# ELECTRICAL
> MSHA accident `220110390018` · 01/29/2011 · Barrick Goldstrike Mines Inc
## Details
- **Degree of injury:** DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY
- **Classification:** ELECTRICAL
- **Accident type:** Flash burns (electric)
- **Occupation:** Electrician, Lineman
- **Activity:** Handling supplies or material
- **Injury source:** ELECTRICAL APPARATUS,NEC
- **Nature of injury:** ELECT.ARC BURN-NOT CONTAC
- **Body part:** MULTIPLE PARTS (MORE THAN ONE MAJOR)
- **Days lost:** 22
- **Mine experience:** 0.38 years
## Operator
- **Controller:** Barrick Gold Corp
- **Operator:** Barrick Goldstrike Mines Inc
- **Mine:** [2602246](https://api.ai-analytics.org/mine/2602246)
## Narrative

While testing a nip on a 1000 volt Dosco, arc flash occurred causing flash burns to the employees hands and minor burns to the face.  He was seen at the ER, given silvadene and dressing and referred to another doc. He was seen in Reno and told to remain off work until 02/19/11, no physical therapy required.

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