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MACHINERY
220111750026
· 06/16/2011 · Lafarge Midwest Incorporated
Details
Degree of injury
NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT
Classification
MACHINERY
Accident type
Struck by flying object
Occupation
Maintenance man, Mechanic, Repair/Serviceman, Boilermaker, Fueler, Tire tech, Field service tech
Activity
Grinding
Injury source
PULVERIZED MINERAL (DUST)
Nature of injury
DUST IN EYES
Body part
EYE(S) OPTIC NERVE/VISON
Days lost
0
Mine experience
21 years
Operator
Controller (parent)
Lafarge S A
Operator
Lafarge Midwest Incorporated
Mine
1400073
Narrative
Employee had face shield & prescription safety glasses on while using grinder. Dust & particles became airborne & irritated employee's eye. First aid was given & employee was taken to the doctor. Released to full duty the same day.
Source
Authoritative
MSHA Open Government Data
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