December 22, 2015
MO · Metal/Non-Metal
front-end loader, scraper-loader operator, pan operator, payloader, scraper rig operator
IGNITION OR EXPLOSION OF GAS OR DUST
Larry Wolfmeier Trucking, L.L.C. · Contact with hot objects or substances
Because of poor illumination the miner could not see and did not use his flashlight. He used his cigarette lighter and the fuel barrel exploded, causing the miner to be burned. He was taken to a hospital with a trauma center for treatment of burns to his face, arm and hand.