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Ignition source unknown. Fire occurred in the wet processing section. A slurry pump, electrical wiring & switchgear and the building were damaged. No employees were working. Citizen driving by on Battleground Avenue observed and called 911. Local fire department responded and Plant Manager was notified. Plant Manager called the MSHA Hotline.
Lifted end of shaft on a grinder and the weight dropped and cut left hand's index & middle fingers. Taken to ER and stitches were required to close the wound.
Employee was cleaning work area at the end of his shift when he felt something in his left eye. Employee received medical treatment, including prescription eye ointment to prevent possible infection. No lost time or restricted duty.
Employee was walking from Rod Mill area to the Spiral building. A wooden walkway was between building, it had been misting rain earlier in the morning. The employee mis-stepped on the wooden walkway and twisted his ankle. The employee was taken to local hospital for x-rays and released. Report indicates no fracture of the ankle. Return to work date unknown at this time.