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MACHINERY

220223080004 · 11/02/2022 · Croell, Inc.

Details

Degree of injury
NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT
Classification
MACHINERY
Accident type
Struck by flying object
Occupation
Outside foreman, Leadman
Activity
Hand tools (powered)
Injury source
SAND,GRAVEL,SHELL
Nature of injury
SCRATCH,ABRASION,SUPERFCL
Body part
EYE(S) OPTIC NERVE/VISON
Days lost
0
Mine experience
36.4 years

Operator

Controller (parent)
Kurt Croell
Operator
Croell, Inc.
Mine
1300749

Narrative

EE was trying to free a clogged pipe using a compressor when the plastic section broke under pressure. Sand and small rocks flew up and hit EE in both eyes. EE was wearing safety glasses. EE was seen and treated by optometrist & given an Rx to apply to both eyes and able to return to work today with no restrictions. F/U appt on 11.10.2022.

Source

Authoritative
MSHA Open Government Data
Machine
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