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HANDLING OF MATERIALS

220103260030 · 11/11/2010 · Eastern Associated Coal LLC

Details

Degree of injury
DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY
Classification
HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Accident type
Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances
Occupation
Laborer, Bull gang, Parts runner, Roustabout, Roof trimmer/scaler
Activity
Handling supplies or material
Injury source
ACIDS,ALKALI,WET CEMENT
Nature of injury
BURN,CHEMICL-FUME,COMPOUN
Body part
FACE,NEC
Days lost
19
Mine experience
0.27 years

Operator

Controller (parent)
Patriot Coal Corporation
Operator
Eastern Associated Coal LLC
Mine
4601456

Narrative

EE and a contracot were holding a gunite hose as the cont was attempting to task train him on how to appy the gunite properly. The pressure in the gunite hose built up and eventually released, causing the injured EE to lose control of the hose. The injured EE was struck in the facial area by the gunite material, causing abrasions to the right side of his face.

Source

Authoritative
MSHA Open Government Data
Machine
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