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January 21, 2020 NC · Metal/Non-Metal master mechanic, foreman, supervisor HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Sibelco North America, Inc. · Over-exertion in lifting objects

The employee and two co-workers were removing a 4' x 4' fan housing from a wall opening when the employee felt a sudden pain in left shoulder.

November 4, 2019 NC · Metal/Non-Metal electrician, lineman HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Sibelco North America, Inc. · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee was removing coil from electric valve when the valve busted causing scrubber water to run down behind employees safety glasses into EE's eyes. Took to have eyes checked to ensure no damage. Employee was prescribed antibiotics to prevent infection. No damage reported.

February 24, 2019 NC · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Sibelco North America Inc. · Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances

While changing out an HF acid pump, a maintenance employee received a chemical burn on right thumb, caused by a pinhole leak. The employee was administered first aid at the facility when normal specialized HF first aid treatment did not relieve pain, the employee was then transported to the local hospital.

August 24, 2018 NC · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Sibelco North America, Inc. · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

The mechanic was lifting glassware into place, the tubing slipped in EE's grip, glass edge tore through glove lacerating EE's upper forearm. The cut was approximately one inch wide, requiring four stitches. 0 days light duty, and full release after suture removal.

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