# MACHINERY
> MSHA accident `220130420052` · 02/06/2013 · FTS International Services, LLC
## Details
- **Degree of injury:** DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY
- **Classification:** MACHINERY
- **Accident type:** Struck by falling object
- **Occupation:** Mechanic helper
- **Activity:** Welding or cutting
- **Injury source:** METAL,NEC(PIPE,WIRE,NAIL)
- **Nature of injury:** CUT,LACER,PUNCT-OPN WOUND
- **Body part:** EYE(S) OPTIC NERVE/VISON
- **Days lost:** 5
- **Mine experience:** 1.92 years
## Operator
- **Controller:** FTSI Services LLC
- **Operator:** FTS International Services, LLC
- **Mine:** [4703569](https://api.ai-analytics.org/mine/4703569)
## Narrative

Welding overhead on inlet feed chute for drum.  Was wearing safety glasses and welding helmet.  Had small amount of slag fall into the helmet. Continued working and finished task.  Later, started having irritation and watering of right eye.  Sought medical attention and it was discovered that welding slag had became lodged in eye.  Surgery required to remove all pieces.

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