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MACHINERY

220120940035 · 03/20/2012 · The National Lime & Stone Company

Details

Degree of injury
NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT
Classification
MACHINERY
Accident type
Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances
Occupation
Maintenance man, Mechanic, Repair/Serviceman, Boilermaker, Fueler, Tire tech, Field service tech
Activity
Hand tools (powered)
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
7.94 years

Operator

Controller (parent)
National Lime & Stone Co.
Operator
The National Lime & Stone Company
Mine
3300126

Narrative

A malfunction in a pneumatic grease gun caused grease to spray onto his face and into his eyes, causing irritation to both eyes. This incident is reportable because the employee received prescription eye drops to use in his eyes.

Source

Authoritative
MSHA Open Government Data
Machine
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