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EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE

220210220004 · 01/19/2021 · Allegheny Mineral Corp

Details

Degree of injury
DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY
Classification
EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE
Accident type
Struck by flying object
Occupation
Greaser, Grease man, Oiler, Lube man, Dragline oiler
Activity
Handling supplies or material
Injury source
WHEEL-FROM CAR OR TRUCK
Nature of injury
FRACTURE,CHIP
Body part
NOSE/NASAL PASSAGES/SINUS/SMELL
Days lost
4
Mine experience
19.65 years

Operator

Controller (parent)
Snyder Associated Companies Inc
Operator
Allegheny Mineral Corp
Mine
3608093

Narrative

There was a rock wedged between the dual wheels on the lube truck. After a few attempts at trying to remove the rock, the employee leaned over the tire and the inside tire blew out. The employee suffered a broken nose and facial bruises.

Source

Authoritative
MSHA Open Government Data
Machine
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