# IGNITION OR EXPLOSION OF GAS OR DUST
> MSHA accident `220123200008` · 11/07/2012 · Buzzi Unicem USA
## Details
- **Degree of injury:** ACCIDENT ONLY
- **Classification:** IGNITION OR EXPLOSION OF GAS OR DUST
- **Accident type:** Accident type, without injuries
- **Occupation:** —
- **Activity:** —
- **Injury source:** —
- **Nature of injury:** —
- **Body part:** —
- **Days lost:** 0
- **Mine experience:** — years
## Operator
- **Controller:** Buzzi S p A
- **Operator:** Buzzi Unicem USA
- **Mine:** [4100283](https://api.ai-analytics.org/mine/4100283)
## Narrative

The new gas train on Kiln 1 was being inspected for leaks. A torch was placed in the kiln to burn any gas that was released. At some point, the torch in the kiln was extinguished and gas accumulated in the kiln. The accumulated gas ignited causing a loud bang and some damage to the clinker cooler. No flash or flames were seen by any employees.

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