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HANDLING OF MATERIALS

220170530017 · 02/16/2017 · Antelope Coal LLC

Details

Degree of injury
NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT
Classification
HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Accident type
Struck against stationary object
Occupation
Maintenance man, Mechanic, Repair/Serviceman, Boilermaker, Fueler, Tire tech, Field service tech
Activity
Machine maintenance
Injury source
METAL COVERS & GUARDS
Nature of injury
CUT,LACER,PUNCT-OPN WOUND
Body part
HAND (NOT WRIST OR FINGERS)
Days lost
0
Mine experience
7.37 years

Operator

Controller (parent)
Cloud Peak Energy Resources LLC
Operator
Antelope Coal LLC
Mine
4801337

Narrative

While attempting to reposition a small section of chute liner, the liner came to a stop and the mechanics gloved hand slid along the bottom edge. The liner had been worn down to a sharp edge and cut through the employees glove and hand resulting in a 2"" laceration. The employee received stitches to repair the laceration.

Source

Authoritative
MSHA Open Government Data
Machine
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