# HANDLING OF MATERIALS
> MSHA accident `220132620019` · 09/13/2013 · Quikrete Construction Materials, LLC
## Details
- **Degree of injury:** NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT
- **Classification:** HANDLING OF MATERIALS
- **Accident type:** Struck by flying object
- **Occupation:** Maintenance man, Mechanic,  Repair/Serviceman, Boilermaker, Fueler, Tire tech, Field service tech
- **Activity:** Machine maintenance
- **Injury source:** BOILR,PRES VSL,AIR HOS,OX
- **Nature of injury:** CUT,LACER,PUNCT-OPN WOUND
- **Body part:** HEAD,NEC
- **Days lost:** 0
- **Mine experience:** 9.29 years
## Operator
- **Controller:** Cementos Argos S A
- **Operator:** Quikrete Construction Materials, LLC
- **Mine:** [0100629](https://api.ai-analytics.org/mine/0100629)
## Narrative

A Mobile Mechanic was replacing hydraulic hoses on a loader.  The hose slipped out of the half flange causing it to drop and swing towards the mechanic striking him above the right eye. This resulted in a small cut above his right eye.

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