# HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
> MSHA accident `220071790004` · 06/15/2007 · Batte Enterprises
## Details
- **Degree of injury:** DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT
- **Classification:** HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
- **Accident type:** Struck by... NEC
- **Occupation:** Laborer, Blacksmith, Bull gang, Parts runner, Roustabout, Pick-up man, Pitman
- **Activity:** Hand tools (not powered)
- **Injury source:** METAL,NEC(PIPE,WIRE,NAIL)
- **Nature of injury:** CUT,LACER,PUNCT-OPN WOUND
- **Body part:** EYE(S) OPTIC NERVE/VISON
- **Days lost:** 31
- **Mine experience:** 6 years
## Operator
- **Controller:** Frank M  Batte; Karen G  Batte
- **Operator:** Batte Enterprises
- **Mine:** [2902002](https://api.ai-analytics.org/mine/2902002)
## Narrative

Employee was using a sledge hammer to aid in removing a truck axle for repair, when a piece of metal broke off and flew into his right eye, embedding it in his eye.  First aid was rendered followed by professional help.

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*Source: [MSHA Open Government Data](https://arlweb.msha.gov/OpenGovernmentData/) · AI Analytics · CC0 1.0*