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HANDLING OF MATERIALS

220102920019 · 09/10/2010 · Roanoke Cement Co., LLC

Details

Degree of injury
ALL OTHER CASES (INCL 1ST AID)
Classification
HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Accident type
Inhalation of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances
Occupation
Maintenance man, Mechanic, Repair/Serviceman, Boilermaker, Fueler, Tire tech, Field service tech
Activity
Working with solvents
Injury source
CHEMICALS,CHEM COMP,NEC
Nature of injury
POISONING,SYSTEMIC
Body part
BODY SYSTEMS
Days lost
0
Mine experience
35 years

Operator

Controller (parent)
Titan Cement International S A
Operator
Roanoke Cement Co., LLC
Mine
4400068

Narrative

While using Brakleen Parts Cleaner to clean parts on mobile equipment, vapors were inhaled. Individual went to Emergency Room on 09/12/2010, complaining of irregular heartbeat. Investigation determined on 10/15/2010 - potential cause related to use of parts cleaner.

Source

Authoritative
MSHA Open Government Data
Machine
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