# POISONING (TOXIC MATERIALS)
> MSHA accident `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:** Cementos Argos S A
- **Operator:** Quikrete Construction Materials LLC
- **Mine:** [0800159](https://api.ai-analytics.org/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.

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*Source: [MSHA Open Government Data](https://arlweb.msha.gov/OpenGovernmentData/) · AI Analytics · CC0 1.0*