# MACHINERY
> MSHA accident `220120670019` · 03/02/2012 · Omya Inc
## Details
- **Degree of injury:** NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT
- **Classification:** MACHINERY
- **Accident type:** Flash burns (welding)
- **Occupation:** Maintenance man, Mechanic,  Repair/Serviceman, Boilermaker, Fueler, Tire tech, Field service tech
- **Activity:** Welding or cutting
- **Injury source:** MACHINE,NEC-WELDR,OFC MAC
- **Nature of injury:** ELECT.ARC BURN-NOT CONTAC
- **Body part:** EYE(S) OPTIC NERVE/VISON
- **Days lost:** 0
- **Mine experience:** 7 years
## Operator
- **Controller:** Omya Industries Inc
- **Operator:** Omya Inc
- **Mine:** [0102985](https://api.ai-analytics.org/mine/0102985)
## Narrative

Welding on crusher, repairing broken tooth. Auto darkening lense failed on welding helmet, Caused flash burn to the eyes. Supervisor carried employee to the emergency room, doctor prescribed drops for eyes.  Plant will be moving to non auto darkening lenses for major welding jobs.

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