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ELECTRICAL

220081700017 · 06/03/2008 · West Virginia Mine Power, Inc

Details

Degree of injury
DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY
Classification
ELECTRICAL
Accident type
Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances
Occupation
Electrician, Lineman
Activity
Electrical maintenance
Injury source
ACIDS,ALKALI,WET CEMENT
Nature of injury
BURN,CHEMICL-FUME,COMPOUN
Body part
EYE(S) OPTIC NERVE/VISON
Days lost
3
Mine experience
0.02 years

Operator

Controller (parent)
John B Preece
Operator
West Virginia Mine Power, Inc
Mine
4608522

Narrative

While doing battery maintenance an acid water solution erupted out of the cell and came in contact with the employees eyes and face. Safety glasses were being used. The employee was immediately doused with water.

Source

Authoritative
MSHA Open Government Data
Machine
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