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MACHINERY

220082270047 · 08/11/2008 · Capitol Aggregates, Inc.

Details

Degree of injury
NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT
Classification
MACHINERY
Accident type
Struck by... NEC
Occupation
Maintenance man, Mechanic, Repair/Serviceman, Boilermaker, Fueler, Tire tech, Field service tech
Activity
Grinding
Injury source
ABRAS STONE,WHEEL GRINDER
Nature of injury
CUT,LACER,PUNCT-OPN WOUND
Body part
MOUTH/LIP/TEETH/TONGUE/THROAT/TASTE
Days lost
0
Mine experience
7 years

Operator

Controller (parent)
Zachry Corporation
Operator
Capitol Aggregates, Inc.
Mine
4104401

Narrative

Contractor mechanic was using a right angle grinder for plant repairs. Grinder recoiled and struck the mechanic on the lip. Result: laceration to the lip, eleven stitches needed.

Source

Authoritative
MSHA Open Government Data
Machine
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