# HANDLING OF MATERIALS
> MSHA accident `220261210009` · 04/21/2026 · Roanoke Cement Co., LLC
## Details
- **Degree of injury:** DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY
- **Classification:** HANDLING OF MATERIALS
- **Accident type:** Struck by falling object
- **Occupation:** Maintenance man, Mechanic,  Repair/Serviceman, Boilermaker, Fueler, Tire tech, Field service tech
- **Activity:** Inspect equipment or mine
- **Injury source:** PULVERIZED MINERAL (DUST)
- **Nature of injury:** SCRATCH,ABRASION,SUPERFCL
- **Body part:** EYE(S) OPTIC NERVE/VISON
- **Days lost:** 0
- **Mine experience:** 9.04 years
## Operator
- **Controller:** Titan Cement International S A
- **Operator:** Roanoke Cement Co., LLC
- **Mine:** [4400068](https://api.morvs.ai/mine/4400068)
## Narrative

Employee was inspecting a bin hole that was about to be patched when material from above fell onto to employee and in between their safety glasses and face. The employee reported irritation in their eye and sought medical treatment. They were diagnosed with a scratched cornea and placed on restricted duties.

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