# HANDLING OF MATERIALS
> MSHA accident `220103640019` · 12/18/2010 · Dixie Fuel Company LLC
## Details
- **Degree of injury:** DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY
- **Classification:** HANDLING OF MATERIALS
- **Accident type:** Struck by falling object
- **Occupation:** Maintenance man, Mechanic,  Repair/Serviceman, Boilermaker, Fueler, Tire tech, Field service tech
- **Activity:** Machine maintenance
- **Injury source:** PULVERIZED MINERAL (DUST)
- **Nature of injury:** DUST IN EYES
- **Body part:** EYE(S) OPTIC NERVE/VISON
- **Days lost:** 1
- **Mine experience:** 2.42 years
## Operator
- **Controller:** Joseph T  Bennett
- **Operator:** Dixie Fuel Company LLC
- **Mine:** [1518643](https://api.ai-analytics.org/mine/1518643)
## Narrative

EE is a mechanic.  His service truck had broken down.  He was under the truck removing the drive line when dirt fell into his eye.  First aid was administered.  He went to the ER and eye doctor.  No damage to eye.  Returned to work after one day off.

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