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MACHINERY

220231580010 · 05/31/2023 · PCS Phosphate Company Inc

Details

Degree of injury
NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT
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
0
Mine experience
8 years

Operator

Controller (parent)
Nutrien LTD
Operator
PCS Phosphate Company Inc
Mine
3100212

Narrative

Mechanic (M1) was tasked with working with an automated welding machine. During welding activities M1 began experiencing pain/itching in both of their eyes. M1 was diagnosed with flash burns and received prescription medication for both eyes.

Source

Authoritative
MSHA Open Government Data
Machine
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