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MACHINERY

220112070035 · 07/25/2011 · Fisher Sand & Gravel Company

Details

Degree of injury
NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT
Classification
MACHINERY
Accident type
Struck by flying object
Occupation
Coal/ore shovel operator, Shoveler, Power shoveler
Activity
Power shovel, Dragline
Injury source
BROKEN ROCK,COAL,ORE,WSTE
Nature of injury
CUT,LACER,PUNCT-OPN WOUND
Body part
HEAD,NEC
Days lost
0
Mine experience
1.38 years

Operator

Controller (parent)
Thomas G Fisher
Operator
Fisher Sand & Gravel Company
Mine
3901359

Narrative

While said operator was breaking granite into smaller pieces with a hydraulic breaker, a shard of granite went through the excavator cab safety glass and struck operator in the forehead. He remained conscious and alert. Was brought to local clinic where they sutured the contusion. Doctor said he could return to work next day

Source

Authoritative
MSHA Open Government Data
Machine
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