# HANDLING OF MATERIALS
> MSHA accident `220103160003` · 11/03/2010 · Barrett Paving Materials Inc
## Details
- **Degree of injury:** DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT
- **Classification:** HANDLING OF MATERIALS
- **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:** BURN,CHEMICL-FUME,COMPOUN
- **Body part:** EYE(S) OPTIC NERVE/VISON
- **Days lost:** 1
- **Mine experience:** 1 years
## Operator
- **Controller:** Colas S A
- **Operator:** Barrett Paving Materials Inc
- **Mine:** [2002867](https://api.ai-analytics.org/mine/2002867)
## Narrative

Mechanic replacing a blown hydraulic hose on a 365 Cat Excavator.  Mechanic bled pressure from the pilot control, lossened the hydraulic tank plug, and relieved pressure from the tank prior to maintenance.  However, pressure built back up in the line and during the removal of the hose the pressure released, sprayed and contacted the mechanic's eye.

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