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220191070021 · 04/08/2019 · Quikrete Construction Materials, LLC

Details

Degree of injury
NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT
Classification
OTHER
Accident type
Struck by flying object
Occupation
Maintenance man, Mechanic, Repair/Serviceman, Boilermaker, Fueler, Tire tech, Field service tech
Activity
Handling supplies or material
Injury source
PULVERIZED MINERAL (DUST)
Nature of injury
DUST IN EYES
Body part
EYE(S) OPTIC NERVE/VISON
Days lost
0
Mine experience
0.42 years

Operator

Controller (parent)
Cementos Argos S A
Operator
Quikrete Construction Materials, LLC
Mine
3800305

Narrative

Mechanic working cleaning surface of expansion joint to being work and wind blew dust into left eye. Attempted to flush with water but could not remove particle, so went to medical clinic where the particle was removed. Prescribed antibiotic eye drops. Employee released back to full duty with no restrictions.

Source

Authoritative
MSHA Open Government Data
Machine
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