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MACHINERY

220243270004 · 11/19/2024 · Ferroglobe USA Mining, LLC

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
CUT,LACER,PUNCT-OPN WOUND
Body part
MOUTH/LIP/TEETH/TONGUE/THROAT/TASTE
Days lost
0
Mine experience
2.08 years

Operator

Controller (parent)
Ferroglobe PLC
Operator
Ferroglobe USA Mining, LLC
Mine
1519916

Narrative

Mechanic was drilling a hole in EE's mechanic's truck to install a work light. The drill bit ""hung"" causing the drill to suddenly twist hitting EE in the mouth. This resulted in a laceration. EE was taken to the ER where EE received 3 stitches. EE returned to work the next day.

Source

Authoritative
MSHA Open Government Data
Machine
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