Trimming on panel to be installed on tank using a hand grinder. When employee lifted face shield, some metal that was on face shield fell into his eye around his safety glasses.
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July 9, 2013
CO · Coal
laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman
HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Peabody Sage Creek Mining, LLC · Struck by falling object
July 10, 2012
CO · Coal
utility man, errand boy, service truck operator
EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE
Peabody Sage Creek Mining, LLC · Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances
Hydraulic hose ruptured on 3 1/2 yd scoop spraying hydraulic fluid onto employee. After further review of medical information, it was determined that the employee was provided with eye drops that are classified as prescription medication under Part 50.
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