February 3, 2009
TN · Metal/Non-Metal
maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech
MACHINERY
Teague Transports, LLC · Contact with hot objects or substances
Mechanic was cutting metal overhead with a cutting torch and a small piece of hot material entered miner's ear canal. Miner sustained possible ear drum damage. Miner is scheduled to return to doctor in one month for follow-up examination.