Employee was arc gouging on top of the dragline while lying on his side & some hot slag fell into his (R) ear. Incident was not reported to supervisor until 2 days later. Went to doctor on 4/3/06 & found that ear canal was infected, ear drum perforated. Employee was treated and released to return to work. Employee worked regular duty continuously.
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Indiana Land and Mineral Co., LLC · Contact with hot objects or substances
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