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HANDLING OF MATERIALS

220242010023 · 07/12/2024 · Freeport-McMoRan Chino Mines Company

Details

Degree of injury
DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY
Classification
HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Accident type
Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances
Occupation
Warehouseman, Bagger, Palletizer/Stacker, Store keeper, Packager, Fabricator, Cleaning plant operator
Activity
Handling supplies or material
Injury source
CHEMICALS,CHEM COMP,NEC
Nature of injury
BURN,CHEMICL-FUME,COMPOUN
Body part
EYE(S) OPTIC NERVE/VISON
Days lost
0
Mine experience
9.4 years

Operator

Controller (parent)
Freeport-McMoRan Inc
Operator
Freeport-McMoRan Chino Mines Company
Mine
2900708

Narrative

Operator was in the process of opening a gate valve on a 6"" HDPE pipe and was sprayed with raffinate, which got in EE's eyes. Employee flushed repeatedly but continued to have discomfort. Was taken to the ER, given drops, restricted from driving, and referred to an ophthalmologist. Currently ongoing.

Source

Authoritative
MSHA Open Government Data
Machine
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