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EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE

220170530001 · 02/16/2017 · Peabody Midwest Mining, LLC

Details

Degree of injury
NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT
Classification
EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE
Accident type
Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances
Occupation
Continuous miner operator, Coal mole operator
Activity
Continuous miner
Injury source
COAL & PETROL PRODUCT,NEC
Nature of injury
BURN,CHEMICL-FUME,COMPOUN
Body part
EYE(S) OPTIC NERVE/VISON
Days lost
0
Mine experience
2.9 years

Operator

Controller (parent)
Peabody Energy Corporation
Operator
Peabody Midwest Mining, LLC
Mine
1202295

Narrative

EE was operating continuous miner, when a hydraulic hose blew under the tail of the CM. Hydraulic oil sprayed EE in the face and oil came in under safety glasses getting oil in right eye. EE was administered first aid using eye wash. EE was transported to medical facility, eye was washed out and antibiotic eye drops were given to EE for treatment.

Source

Authoritative
MSHA Open Government Data
Machine
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