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EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE

220073520009 · 12/15/2007 · Carmeuse Lime and Stone Inc

Details

Degree of injury
DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY
Classification
EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE
Accident type
Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances
Occupation
Warehouseman, Bagger, Palletizer/Stacker, Store keeper, Packager, Fabricator, Cleaning plant operator
Activity
Mill equipment
Injury source
ACIDS,ALKALI,WET CEMENT
Nature of injury
BURN,CHEMICL-FUME,COMPOUN
Body part
EYE(S) OPTIC NERVE/VISON
Days lost
122
Mine experience
5.08 years

Operator

Controller (parent)
Carmeuse Holding SA; Lafarge SA
Operator
Carmeuse Lime and Stone Inc
Mine
1505484

Narrative

Employee, Plant Utility Operator, was performing part of essential job functions in the area of #1 Kiln Dust Bin, when an air line broke loose, allowing LKD (Lime Kiln Dust) to spray in his eyes and face. Employee is currently still hospitilized.

Source

Authoritative
MSHA Open Government Data
Machine
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