# IGNITION OR EXPLOSION OF GAS OR DUST
> MSHA accident `220102850057` · 10/06/2010 · Pete Lien and Sons, Inc.
## Details
- **Degree of injury:** DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT
- **Classification:** IGNITION OR EXPLOSION OF GAS OR DUST
- **Accident type:** Contact with hot objects or substances
- **Occupation:** Prep plant foreman, Supervisor, Mill plant supervisor, Kiln supervisor
- **Activity:** Machine maintenance
- **Injury source:** FLAME,FIRE,SMOKE,NEC
- **Nature of injury:** BURN OR SCALD (HEAT)
- **Body part:** MULTIPLE PARTS (MORE THAN ONE MAJOR)
- **Days lost:** 9
- **Mine experience:** 3.87 years
## Operator
- **Controller:** Pete Lien & Sons Inc
- **Operator:** Pete Lien and Sons, Inc.
- **Mine:** [0503222](https://api.ai-analytics.org/mine/0503222)
## Narrative

Installing a new dryer controller, the controller indicated a flame in the dryer. Employee confirmed the presence of flame in the dryer. While attempting to close the main propane supply valve, the valve cracked and broke. Propane escaped and was ignited by the flame in the dryer. 1st and 2nd degree burns to arms and face.

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