# HANDLING OF MATERIALS
> MSHA accident `220200170039` · 12/02/2019 · Heidelberg Materials US Cement LLC
## Details
- **Degree of injury:** DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY
- **Classification:** HANDLING OF MATERIALS
- **Accident type:** Struck by flying object
- **Occupation:** Warehouseman, Bagger, Palletizer/Stacker, Store keeper, Packager, Fabricator, Cleaning plant operator
- **Activity:** Machine maintenance
- **Injury source:** KILN PROD,INC BLDUP,REMOV
- **Nature of injury:** DUST IN EYES
- **Body part:** EYE(S) OPTIC NERVE/VISON
- **Days lost:** 0
- **Mine experience:** 12.19 years
## Operator
- **Controller:** Heidelberg Materials AG
- **Operator:** Heidelberg Materials US Cement LLC
- **Mine:** [1200066](https://api.morvs.ai/mine/1200066)
## Narrative

Employee was installing an inspection cover on #2 Plattco valve when EE got clinker dust in EE's left eye. Flushed eye onsite, taken to medical professional, given prescription antibiotics as a precaution, returned to work on restricted duty (clean environment) until follow-up appointment. Returned to regular duty at follow-up. 2 days restricted

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