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November 29, 2012 MN · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech ELECTRICAL
United Taconite LLC · Flash burns (electric)

Employee suffered a "welders flash" burn to his eyes when a new 480 volt electric heater that he had installed went to ground when it was energized. The heated was later inspected and a defect from the manufacturer was identified as the cause. Antibiotic drops were prescribed.

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