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MACHINERY

220101610023 · 06/08/2010 · Atlantic Carbon Group, Inc.

Details

Degree of injury
NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT
Classification
MACHINERY
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
OTHER INJURY,NEC
Body part
EYE(S) OPTIC NERVE/VISON
Days lost
0
Mine experience
3.5 years

Operator

Controller (parent)
Atlantic Carbon Group PLC
Operator
Atlantic Carbon Group, Inc.
Mine
3608745

Narrative

Employee was using hand tools to disconnect a hydraulic coupling on a Demag H185. There was residual pressure in the hydraulic system and he was sprayed in the eyes with hydraulic fluid when he loosened the coupling. The employee had his eyes flushed at the Hazleton General Hosp. emergency room and received follow-up care at an eye specialist in Hazleton.

Source

Authoritative
MSHA Open Government Data
Machine
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