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EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE

220080640022 · 02/25/2008 · Appalachian Aggregates, LLC

Details

Degree of injury
DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY
Classification
EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE
Accident type
Struck by flying object
Occupation
Maintenance man, Mechanic, Repair/Serviceman, Boilermaker, Fueler, Tire tech, Field service tech
Activity
Machine maintenance
Injury source
WHEEL-FROM CAR OR TRUCK
Nature of injury
CUT,LACER,PUNCT-OPN WOUND
Body part
HAND (NOT WRIST OR FINGERS)
Days lost
0
Mine experience
11.27 years

Operator

Controller (parent)
Boxley Materials Co
Operator
Appalachian Aggregates, LLC
Mine
4602794

Narrative

A mechanic was checking the tire pressure on a dump truck (on highway) when the tire blew off the wheel rim, causing the wheel rim to strike the mechanic in the right hand. The tire was in a wheel cage when the tire and rim separated. The mechanic was required to get stitches.

Source

Authoritative
MSHA Open Government Data
Machine
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