# MACHINERY
> MSHA accident `220160200017` · 01/18/2016 · Quikrete Construction Materials, LLC
## Details
- **Degree of injury:** NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT
- **Classification:** MACHINERY
- **Accident type:** Struck by flying object
- **Occupation:** Maintenance man, Mechanic,  Repair/Serviceman, Boilermaker, Fueler, Tire tech, Field service tech
- **Activity:** Hand tools (powered)
- **Injury source:** METAL,NEC(PIPE,WIRE,NAIL)
- **Nature of injury:** CUT,LACER,PUNCT-OPN WOUND
- **Body part:** MOUTH/LIP/TEETH/TONGUE/THROAT/TASTE
- **Days lost:** 0
- **Mine experience:** 14.69 years
## Operator
- **Controller:** Cementos Argos S A
- **Operator:** Quikrete Construction Materials, LLC
- **Mine:** [0801277](https://api.ai-analytics.org/mine/0801277)
## Narrative

The MT was using a 3/4"" pneumatic impact wrench to drive a 1-1/2"" socket for removal of flange bolts when the socket shattered.  The MT could not locate a rated socket so made the decision to use a socket designed for hand use, resulting in the failure. The employee received and small laceration to EE's upper lip requiring 2 stitches.

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