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HANDLING OF MATERIALS

220061350048 · 05/08/2006 · Simplot Silica Prods

Details

Degree of injury
DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY
Classification
HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Accident type
Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances
Occupation
Laborer, Blacksmith, Bull gang, Parts runner, Roustabout, Pick-up man, Pitman
Activity
Machine maintenance
Injury source
CHEMICALS,CHEM COMP,NEC
Nature of injury
BURN,CHEMICL-FUME,COMPOUN
Body part
FOOT(NOT ANKLE/TOE)/TARSUS/METATARSUS
Days lost
18
Mine experience
6 years

Operator

Controller (parent)
Scott Simplot
Operator
Simplot Silica Prods
Mine
2600390

Narrative

While removing caustic line that goes to the seal tank some caustic got into his boot. While removing protective equipment EE failed to wash his gloves before removing his boots or suit & goggles. Caused chemical burn on right foot. EE told supervisor @ 8:00PM that this happened. Super visor told him to remove boot.EE told supervisor not a problem only small amount.

Source

Authoritative
MSHA Open Government Data
Machine
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