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POISONING (TOXIC MATERIALS)

220172230023 · 08/01/2017 · Quikrete Construction Materials LLC

Details

Degree of injury
OCCUPATNAL ILLNESS NOT DEG 1-6
Classification
POISONING (TOXIC MATERIALS)
Accident type
Inhalation of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances
Occupation
Prep plant foreman, Supervisor, Mill plant supervisor, Kiln supervisor
Activity
Mill equipment
Injury source
NOXIOUS MINE GASES,NEC
Nature of injury
POISONING,SYSTEMIC
Body part
BODY SYSTEMS
Days lost
0
Mine experience
19.5 years

Operator

Controller (parent)
Cementos Argos S A
Operator
Quikrete Construction Materials LLC
Mine
0800159

Narrative

A portable welding generator was operating outside of the Auxiliary Mill Control Room. The diesel exhaust fumes were drawn into the control room and accumulated. An employee in the control room was exposed to the fumes and carbon monoxide. After receiving fresh air, the employee complained of eye irritation and headache followed by nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea.

Source

Authoritative
MSHA Open Government Data
Machine
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