# HANDLING OF MATERIALS
> MSHA accident `220100810032` · 03/17/2010 · Western Fuels-Wyoming Inc
## Details
- **Degree of injury:** NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT
- **Classification:** HANDLING OF MATERIALS
- **Accident type:** Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances
- **Occupation:** Mechanic helper
- **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:** 3.96 years
## Operator
- **Controller:** Western Fuels Association Inc
- **Operator:** Western Fuels-Wyoming Inc
- **Mine:** [4801429](https://api.ai-analytics.org/mine/4801429)
## Narrative

While changing out an O-ring on a Husco split spool valve on a LeTourneau Loader, the mechanic helper got hydraulic oil in both eyes. Eyes were flushed, EE taken to Gillette optimetric for follow up eye exam. Employee received antibiotic/steroid drops & ointment to use in eyes. Employee back to work next shift with no problems. Eyes clear, no redness, ""100% better"", EE feels fine.

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*Source: [MSHA Open Government Data](https://arlweb.msha.gov/OpenGovernmentData/) · AI Analytics · CC0 1.0*