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MACHINERY

220250690005 · 03/06/2025 · Eureka Stone Quarry Inc

Details

Degree of injury
DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT
Classification
MACHINERY
Accident type
Contact with hot objects or substances
Occupation
Laborer, Blacksmith, Bull gang, Parts runner, Roustabout, Pick-up man, Pitman
Activity
Welding or cutting
Injury source
MACHINE,NEC-WELDR,OFC MAC
Nature of injury
BURN OR SCALD (HEAT)
Body part
ABDOMEN/INTERNAL ORGANS
Days lost
3
Mine experience
3.69 years

Operator

Controller (parent)
James D Morrissey Jr
Operator
Eureka Stone Quarry Inc
Mine
3605527

Narrative

The miner was using a welding torch when the oxygen hose burst and ignited. The fire burned through the miners' jacket and shirt resulting in a burn to EE's stomach.

Source

Authoritative
MSHA Open Government Data
Machine
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