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ELECTRICAL

220211310014 · 05/07/2021 · Wolf Run Mining LLC

Details

Degree of injury
NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT
Classification
ELECTRICAL
Accident type
Flash burns (electric)
Occupation
Master electrician
Activity
Electrical maintenance
Injury source
ELECTRICAL APPARATUS,NEC
Nature of injury
ELECT.ARC BURN-NOT CONTAC
Body part
FACE,NEC
Days lost
0
Mine experience
7 years

Operator

Controller (parent)
Arch Resources Inc
Operator
Wolf Run Mining LLC
Mine
4608777

Narrative

Employee working on energized 4,160 Volt transformer with a 1,000 Volt meter. The meter blew causing an ARC Flash which caused second degree burns to the injured's face. All PPE was worn including Hard hat, Safety Glasses, High Voltage Gloves, FR Shirt and vest.

Source

Authoritative
MSHA Open Government Data
Machine
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