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POWERED HAULAGE

220232650014 · 09/13/2023 · Central Plains Cement Co.

Details

Degree of injury
DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY
Classification
POWERED HAULAGE
Accident type
Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects
Occupation
Maintenance man, Mechanic, Repair/Serviceman, Boilermaker, Fueler, Tire tech, Field service tech
Activity
Inspect equipment or mine
Injury source
BELT CONVEYORS
Nature of injury
FRACTURE,CHIP
Body part
HAND (NOT WRIST OR FINGERS)
Days lost
50
Mine experience
6.9 years

Operator

Controller (parent)
Eagle Materials Inc
Operator
Central Plains Cement Co.
Mine
3400026

Narrative

IE tasked with inspecting mill conveyor, reached through framework of belt to clean pulley failing to LOTO. IE's hand was pulled into pulley. IE stopped the belt by using the stop cord, called for help, coworkers relieved tension on belt, freed employee's hand. IE transferred to the hospital for care. The incident resulted in friction burns to hand, arm and fracture to hand.

Source

Authoritative
MSHA Open Government Data
Machine
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