# EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE
> MSHA accident `220111820009` · 06/20/2011 · Bradys Bend Corp
## Details
- **Degree of injury:** NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT
- **Classification:** EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE
- **Accident type:** Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances
- **Occupation:** Blaster, Shooter, Shotfirer, Explosive worker, Powder gang/monkey
- **Activity:** Handling supplies or material
- **Injury source:** COAL & PETROL PRODUCT,NEC
- **Nature of injury:** BURN,CHEMICL-FUME,COMPOUN
- **Body part:** EYE(S) OPTIC NERVE/VISON
- **Days lost:** 0
- **Mine experience:** 3.54 years
## Operator
- **Controller:** Gary  Bruce
- **Operator:** Bradys Bend Corp
- **Mine:** [3600033](https://api.ai-analytics.org/mine/3600033)
## Narrative

EE was attempting to loosen a hydraulic fitting on a Gradeall XL4200.  When the fitting was loosened enough line pressure remained that the hydraulic fluid sprayed onto/into his eye.  EE was wearing safety glasses which minimized the amount that entered his eye.  First aid was performed at the face and Medical attention was sought.

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