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MACHINERY

220090410029 · 02/02/2009 · Pioneer Sands LLC

Details

Degree of injury
NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT
Classification
MACHINERY
Accident type
Flash burns (welding)
Occupation
Maintenance man, Mechanic, Repair/Serviceman, Boilermaker, Fueler, Tire tech, Field service tech
Activity
Grinding
Injury source
MACHINE,NEC-WELDR,OFC MAC
Nature of injury
ELECT.ARC BURN-NOT CONTAC
Body part
EYE(S) OPTIC NERVE/VISON
Days lost
0
Mine experience
7.35 years

Operator

Controller (parent)
Carmeuse Holding SA
Operator
Pioneer Sands LLC
Mine
4101003

Narrative

Miner was grinding in front of welders while re-lining a pan feeder. He had his back to the welders. Welding flash came from behind his face shield and reflected off of the inside causing burns to the miner's eyes.

Source

Authoritative
MSHA Open Government Data
Machine
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