# HANDLING OF MATERIALS
> MSHA accident `220151260003` · 04/30/2015 · Desert Hawk Gold Corp
## Details
- **Degree of injury:** ALL OTHER CASES (INCL 1ST AID)
- **Classification:** HANDLING OF MATERIALS
- **Accident type:** Inhalation of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances
- **Occupation:** Quality control technician, Laboratory technician, Laboratory assistant
- **Activity:** Office and lab work, Clerical
- **Injury source:** NOXIOUS MINE GASES,NEC
- **Nature of injury:** POISONING,SYSTEMIC
- **Body part:** BODY SYSTEMS
- **Days lost:** 0
- **Mine experience:** 1.1 years
## Operator
- **Controller:** Rick  Havenstrite
- **Operator:** Desert Hawk Gold Corp
- **Mine:** [4202560](https://api.ai-analytics.org/mine/4202560)
## Narrative

EE tested positive for slightly elevated carbon monoxide levels. Monitors in lab have been unable to register CO. AA has a hood/fan vented to outside. Flame is fueled by acetylene, does not give off significant CO. Installing second fan, small heater is being removed. Don't believe lab is the primary source, steps being taken. EE is an extremely heavy smoker.

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