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220221430006 · 05/11/2022 · Silica Services Mining, LLC

Details

Degree of injury
DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY
Classification
OTHER
Accident type
Struck by flying object
Occupation
Maintenance man, Mechanic, Repair/Serviceman, Boilermaker, Fueler, Tire tech, Field service tech
Activity
Inspect equipment or mine
Injury source
PULVERIZED MINERAL (DUST)
Nature of injury
DUST IN EYES
Body part
EYE(S) OPTIC NERVE/VISON
Days lost
1
Mine experience
10.19 years

Operator

Controller (parent)
Silica Services Holdings, LLC
Operator
Silica Services Mining, LLC
Mine
0203270

Narrative

EE was was performing a vehicle inspection under vehicle, troubleshooting wires when a gust of wind came and blew sand under the vehicle. As a result sand got into left eye. Overnight irritation got worse and the next day they sought medical attention. The doctor prescribed an eye drop to help with irritation.

Source

Authoritative
MSHA Open Government Data
Machine
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