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MACHINERY
220080530062 · 02/12/2008 · Aggregate Resources, Inc.
Details
Degree of injury NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT
Classification MACHINERY
Accident type Contact with hot objects or substances
Occupation Laborer, Blacksmith, Bull gang, Parts runner, Roustabout, Pick-up man, Pitman
Activity Welding or cutting
Injury source MACHINE,NEC-WELDR,OFC MAC
Nature of injury BURN OR SCALD (HEAT)
Body part HAND (NOT WRIST OR FINGERS)
Days lost 0
Mine experience 12 years
Operator
Controller (parent) Daniel R Balkema; Ralph T Balkema
Operator Aggregate Resources, Inc.
Mine 2002436
Narrative Employee was using a cutting torch to cut material. Apparently, the connection was loose where the torch and hose came together. This caused the fitting to leak a little. The torch ignited, burning the employee's left hand.
Source
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