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MACHINERY

220222140011 · 07/29/2022 · Quikrete Construction Materials, LLC

Details

Degree of injury
DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY
Classification
MACHINERY
Accident type
Contact with hot objects or substances
Occupation
Maintenance man, Mechanic, Repair/Serviceman, Boilermaker, Fueler, Tire tech, Field service tech
Activity
Machine maintenance
Injury source
MOLTEN METAL
Nature of injury
BURN OR SCALD (HEAT)
Body part
WRIST
Days lost
0
Mine experience
3.73 years

Operator

Controller (parent)
Cementos Argos S A
Operator
Quikrete Construction Materials, LLC
Mine
3800305

Narrative

Maintenance mechanic was working at VRM roll 1 when a disruption in air flow caused the VRM to become positive, and dust escaped from an inspection door. The mechanic was exposed to hot dust, and was removed from the area. Upon evaluation, left wrist received a minor burn and mechanic was placed on restricted work duty.

Source

Authoritative
MSHA Open Government Data
Machine
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