# OTHER
> MSHA accident `220201770040` · 06/22/2020 · TXI Operations LP
## Details
- **Degree of injury:** DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY
- **Classification:** OTHER
- **Accident type:** Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances
- **Occupation:** Maintenance man, Mechanic,  Repair/Serviceman, Boilermaker, Fueler, Tire tech, Field service tech
- **Activity:** Machine maintenance
- **Injury source:** ANIMALS,INSCTS,BRDS,REPTL
- **Nature of injury:** POISONING,SYSTEMIC
- **Body part:** BODY SYSTEMS
- **Days lost:** 11
- **Mine experience:** 1.75 years
## Operator
- **Controller:** Martin Marietta Materials Inc
- **Operator:** TXI Operations LP
- **Mine:** [4100007](https://api.ai-analytics.org/mine/4100007)
## Narrative

Team Members were doing railcar repairs. The rail track was locked out with a de-railer & blue flag. The task was started around 9am. When the task was completed the LOTO were to be removed. The TM reached down to unlock the de-railer and was bitten by a copperhead snake on the left hand ring finger. TM was taken to the hospital for treatment. Work gloves worn during this task.

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