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220081650010 · 06/05/2008 · United Taconite LLC

Details

Degree of injury
DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY
Classification
OTHER
Accident type
Struck by flying object
Occupation
Maintenance man, Mechanic, Repair/Serviceman, Boilermaker, Fueler, Tire tech, Field service tech
Activity
Walking, Running
Injury source
PULVERIZED MINERAL (DUST)
Nature of injury
DUST IN EYES
Body part
EYE(S) OPTIC NERVE/VISON
Days lost
0
Mine experience
31.54 years

Operator

Controller (parent)
Cleveland Cliffs Inc; Laiwu Steel
Operator
United Taconite LLC
Mine
2103404

Narrative

Employee was walking by the south east door - grade floor level in the concentrator. When passing by the door the wind blew causing the particle to enter his right eye. Received medical indicating treatment beyond first aid on 6/6/08. Safety was to investigate further to ensure this was work related. Did not hear back from Safety until 6/12/08 am.

Source

Authoritative
MSHA Open Government Data
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