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ELECTRICAL

220163300006 · 11/10/2016 · ERP Federal Mining Complex, LLC.

Details

Degree of injury
NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT
Classification
ELECTRICAL
Accident type
Flash burns (electric)
Occupation
Laborer, Bull gang, Faceman, Parts runner, Roustabout, Roof trimmer/scaler
Activity
Observe operations
Injury source
ELECTRICAL APPARATUS,NEC
Nature of injury
ELECT.ARC BURN-NOT CONTAC
Body part
EYE(S) OPTIC NERVE/VISON
Days lost
0
Mine experience
1.5 years

Operator

Controller (parent)
Virginia Conservation Legacy Fund (VCLF)
Operator
ERP Federal Mining Complex, LLC.
Mine
4601456

Narrative

While watching a fellow employee troubleshoot a scoop electrical problem, an arc flash occurred. This caused a flash burn to the employee's eyes. Employee was brought outside and transported to the hospital. Was treated and released. Given antibiotic ointment by eye doctor.

Source

Authoritative
MSHA Open Government Data
Machine
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