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MACHINERY

220070710042 · 03/06/2007 · Peabody Caballo Mining, LLC

Details

Degree of injury
DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY
Classification
MACHINERY
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
COAL & PETROL PRODUCT,NEC
Nature of injury
BURN,CHEMICL-FUME,COMPOUN
Body part
EYE(S) OPTIC NERVE/VISON
Days lost
0
Mine experience
0.48 years

Operator

Controller (parent)
Peabody Energy Corporation
Operator
Peabody Caballo Mining, LLC
Mine
4801034

Narrative

Operator attached a wiggins fitting to fuel the equipment. When the nozzle was turned on, the fitting came off, spraying fuel for split-second. Some fuel was sprayed on operator with some getting in the eyes. Eyes were flushed & the EE returned to work. The next morning the EE went to see the doctor where anti-biotic medication was prescribed. Safety glasses were worn.

Source

Authoritative
MSHA Open Government Data
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