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HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)

220120470010 · 02/10/2012 · Chafin Branch Coal Co LLC

Details

Degree of injury
NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT
Classification
HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
Accident type
Struck by... NEC
Occupation
Maintenance man, Mechanic, Repair/Serviceman, Boilermaker, Fueler, Tire tech, Field service tech
Activity
Hand tools (not powered)
Injury source
METAL,NEC(PIPE,WIRE,NAIL)
Nature of injury
DUST IN EYES
Body part
EYE(S) OPTIC NERVE/VISON
Days lost
0
Mine experience
3.46 years

Operator

Controller (parent)
James River Coal Company
Operator
Chafin Branch Coal Co LLC
Mine
4607695

Narrative

The EE was using a chain ratchet to pull bracket back in place. The ratchet chain slipped causing material to hit the side of the injured employee's face and eye.

Source

Authoritative
MSHA Open Government Data
Machine
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