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MACHINERY
220082630041 · 08/30/2008 · Essroc Cement Corp.
Details
Degree of injury NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT
Classification MACHINERY
Accident type Contact with hot objects or substances
Occupation Welder (shop)
Activity Welding or cutting
Injury source MOLTEN METAL
Nature of injury BURN OR SCALD (HEAT)
Body part KNEE/PATELLA
Days lost 0
Mine experience 0.23 years
Operator
Controller (parent) Italcementi Spa
Operator Essroc Cement Corp.
Mine 4600007
Narrative Welding inside kiln, weld splatter got behind kneepad and employee had a minor burn in a small area just below kneecap. The burn later became infected and he went to ER to get cleaned.
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