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MACHINERY

220260970031 · 03/26/2026 · MLC

Details

Degree of injury
DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY
Classification
MACHINERY
Accident type
Struck by flying object
Occupation
Maintenance man, Mechanic, Repair/Serviceman, Boilermaker, Fueler, Tire tech, Field service tech
Activity
Hand tools (powered)
Injury source
METAL COVERS & GUARDS
Nature of injury
CUT,LACER,PUNCT-OPN WOUND
Body part
FINGER(S)/THUMB
Days lost
0
Mine experience
4.42 years

Operator

Controller (parent)
HBM Holdings Company
Operator
MLC
Mine
2300542

Narrative

While enlarging a hole for an E-Stop using a step bit, the bit snagged an aluminum label plate. The plate spun unexpectedly, resulting in cuts to the operator's thumb and index finger.

Source

Authoritative
MSHA Open Government Data
Machine
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