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HANDLING OF MATERIALS

220261210009 · 04/21/2026 · Roanoke Cement Co., LLC

Details

Degree of injury
DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY
Classification
HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Accident type
Struck by falling object
Occupation
Maintenance man, Mechanic, Repair/Serviceman, Boilermaker, Fueler, Tire tech, Field service tech
Activity
Inspect equipment or mine
Injury source
PULVERIZED MINERAL (DUST)
Nature of injury
SCRATCH,ABRASION,SUPERFCL
Body part
EYE(S) OPTIC NERVE/VISON
Days lost
0
Mine experience
9.04 years

Operator

Controller (parent)
Titan Cement International S A
Operator
Roanoke Cement Co., LLC
Mine
4400068

Narrative

Employee was inspecting a bin hole that was about to be patched when material from above fell onto to employee and in between their safety glasses and face. The employee reported irritation in their eye and sought medical treatment. They were diagnosed with a scratched cornea and placed on restricted duties.

Source

Authoritative
MSHA Open Government Data
Machine
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