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MACHINERY

220211650055 · 06/09/2021 · Nevada Gold Mines LLC

Details

Degree of injury
NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT
Classification
MACHINERY
Accident type
Struck by flying object
Occupation
Maintenance man, Mechanic, Repair/Serviceman, Boilermaker, Fueler, Tire tech, Field service tech
Activity
Hand tools (powered)
Injury source
BOILR,PRES VSL,AIR HOS,OX
Nature of injury
CUT,LACER,PUNCT-OPN WOUND
Body part
FACE,NEC
Days lost
0
Mine experience
1.52 years

Operator

Controller (parent)
Barrick Nevada Holding LLC; Newmont USA Limited
Operator
Nevada Gold Mines LLC
Mine
2602778

Narrative

EE was using a pressure washer. Enough pressure built up in the wand, causing it to ""jump back"" and strike the EE in the face. EE was seen at the ER where a laceration near the right eye was closed with sutures. EE released to full duty.

Source

Authoritative
MSHA Open Government Data
Machine
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