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MACHINERY
220212850059 · 10/03/2021 · 3M Company
Details
Degree of injury DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY
Classification MACHINERY
Accident type Flash burns (welding)
Occupation Maintenance man, Mechanic, Repair/Serviceman, Boilermaker, Fueler, Tire tech, Field service tech
Activity Welding or cutting
Injury source MACHINE,NEC-WELDR,OFC MAC
Nature of injury ELECT.ARC BURN-NOT CONTAC
Body part EYE(S) OPTIC NERVE/VISON
Days lost 2
Mine experience 3.77 years
Operator
Controller (parent) Minnesota Mining & Manufacturing Company
Operator 3M Company
Mine 3102153
Narrative A miner had been stick welding carbon steel in a head box and later experienced welders eye due to exposure to UV light. The miner received medical treatment and was prescribed medication and lost time.
Source
Authoritative MSHA Open Government Data
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