Hose on 245 excavator broke after lunch startup, so oil was not hot, oil sprayed on operator's face and chest, got in mouth and eyes, flushed eyes at office took to eye doctor, checked out good. Was prescribed an antibotic & inflammation drop, to be put in 1 drop four times a day for seven days. Going to be rechecked Oct 2, returned to work next day 9-29-06.
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September 28, 2006
OH · Metal/Non-Metal
bulldozer operator, universal operator, heavy equipment operator, operating engineer
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Oeder & Sons Garage Inc. · Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances
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