# HANDLING OF MATERIALS
> MSHA accident `220082830003` · 10/01/2008 · BASF CATALYSTS, LLC
## Details
- **Degree of injury:** DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY
- **Classification:** HANDLING OF MATERIALS
- **Accident type:** Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances
- **Occupation:** Maintenance man, Mechanic,  Repair/Serviceman, Boilermaker, Fueler, Tire tech, Field service tech
- **Activity:** Machine maintenance
- **Injury source:** COAL & PETROL PRODUCT,NEC
- **Nature of injury:** BURN,CHEMICL-FUME,COMPOUN
- **Body part:** EYE(S) OPTIC NERVE/VISON
- **Days lost:** 0
- **Mine experience:** 29 years
## Operator
- **Controller:** BASF SE
- **Operator:** BASF CATALYSTS, LLC
- **Mine:** [0900125](https://api.ai-analytics.org/mine/0900125)
## Narrative

#4 Silicate Concentrator area sump pump not pumping material.  While investigating, pump discharged liquid & struck ee in face; knocked off safety glasses, liquid went into eyes.  Flushed eyes at  eye wash station.  Examined by site nurse before being transported to see local opthamologist who prescribed antibiotic ointment, pain medication & released employee.

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