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EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE

220160430007 · 01/23/2016 · Amrize Cement Inc.

Details

Degree of injury
DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY
Classification
EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE
Accident type
Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances
Occupation
Utility man, Shift tech, Service/Dump truck operator
Activity
Mill equipment
Injury source
ACIDS,ALKALI,WET CEMENT
Nature of injury
BURN,CHEMICL-FUME,COMPOUN
Body part
EYE(S) OPTIC NERVE/VISON
Days lost
0
Mine experience
8 years

Operator

Controller (parent)
Holcim Ltd
Operator
Amrize Cement Inc.
Mine
3800014

Narrative

Lime silo 4-inch port cap blew off chute between lime silo and feeder causing lime to flow out which got into employee's eyes underneath safety glasses. Employee treated at ER resulting in Rx eye drops and restricted work duty.

Source

Authoritative
MSHA Open Government Data
Machine
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