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MACHINERY

220242680004 · 09/17/2024 · Amrize Cement Inc.

Details

Degree of injury
NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT
Classification
MACHINERY
Accident type
Struck by flying object
Occupation
Maintenance man, Mechanic, Repair/Serviceman, Boilermaker, Fueler, Tire tech, Field service tech
Activity
Grinding
Injury source
METAL,NEC(PIPE,WIRE,NAIL)
Nature of injury
OTHER INJURY,NEC
Body part
EYE(S) OPTIC NERVE/VISON
Days lost
0
Mine experience
5 years

Operator

Controller (parent)
Holcim Ltd
Operator
Amrize Cement Inc.
Mine
1800019

Narrative

On September 17, a technician was working on the HT.211.VF1 vibrating feeder. While grinding the employee stated that a piece of metal entered the left eye through their safety glasses. The employee was then sent to the eye doctor where a piece of metal was removed and the healthcare provider prescribed a prescription eyedrop.

Source

Authoritative
MSHA Open Government Data
Machine
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