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MACHINERY

220242830026 · 10/08/2024 · Teck Alaska Inc

Details

Degree of injury
NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT
Classification
MACHINERY
Accident type
Struck by... NEC
Occupation
Maintenance man, Mechanic, Repair/Serviceman, Boilermaker, Fueler, Tire tech, Field service tech
Activity
Hand tools (powered)
Injury source
HAND TOOLS,POWERED,NEC
Nature of injury
FRACTURE,CHIP
Body part
MOUTH/LIP/TEETH/TONGUE/THROAT/TASTE
Days lost
0
Mine experience
2 years

Operator

Controller (parent)
Teck Resources Limited
Operator
Teck Alaska Inc
Mine
5001545

Narrative

DML mechanic while installing an axle on a concentrate trailer was tightening the u-bolts. The socket slipped off the u-bolt nut and 1"" drive air gun struck the mechanic in the face. The mechanic received a broken tooth.

Source

Authoritative
MSHA Open Government Data
Machine
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