# MACHINERY
> MSHA accident `220060240012` · 01/18/2006 · —
## Details
- **Degree of injury:** NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT
- **Classification:** MACHINERY
- **Accident type:** Flash burns (welding)
- **Occupation:** Maintenance man, Mechanic,  Repair/Serviceman, Boilermaker, Fueler, Tire tech, Field service tech
- **Activity:** Welding or cutting
- **Injury source:** MACHINE,NEC-WELDR,OFC MAC
- **Nature of injury:** ELECT.ARC BURN-NOT CONTAC
- **Body part:** EYE(S) OPTIC NERVE/VISON
- **Days lost:** 0
- **Mine experience:** 25.92 years
## Operator
- **Controller:** —
- **Operator:** —
- **Mine:** [4102632](https://api.morvs.ai/mine/4102632)
## Narrative

Two mechanics were welding on a backhoe bucket with a shield between them.  However, during this process, one of them received flash burns to both of his eyes. The mechanic was examined by a doctor (1/19/06) and received a prescription for antibiotics. No restrictions were issued.

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*Source: [MSHA Open Government Data](https://arlweb.msha.gov/OpenGovernmentData/) · MORVS · CC0 1.0*