Employee was welding plates together. Experienced welders flash that he attributes to light deflecting behind his welding shield.
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August 16, 2006
WI · Metal/Non-Metal
maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech
MACHINERY
Graymont (WI) LLC · Flash burns (welding)
August 5, 2004
WI · Metal/Non-Metal
laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman
MACHINERY
Graymont (WI) LLC · Struck by flying object
While inspecting dust collector operation air pulse blew dust and material went under employees safety glasses. Employee experienced particulate in both eyes that needed medical attention for cleaning out and treatment to prevent potential infection.
March 18, 2002
WI · Metal/Non-Metal
maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech
MACHINERY
Graymont (WI) LLC · Flash burns (welding)
WHILE WORKING IN KILN #3 EXPOSURE TO WELDING FLASH INJURED EMPLOYEE'S EYES.
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