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MACHINERY

220241230001 · 04/26/2024 · Buzzi Unicem USA

Details

Degree of injury
NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT
Classification
MACHINERY
Accident type
Flash burns (welding)
Occupation
Plumber, Pipefitter, Millwright
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
0.62 years

Operator

Controller (parent)
Buzzi S p A
Operator
Buzzi Unicem USA
Mine
4100283

Narrative

EE was welding inside of FM6 classifier distribution table. The Welding mask kept slipping, obstructing EE's vision. The welding mask was altered and the lower section was cut off. EE completed task using altered PPE and finished EE's shift. 4 hours later EE was treated at local ER for welding flash burns to eyes.

Source

Authoritative
MSHA Open Government Data
Machine
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