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EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE

220262740033 · 09/26/2026 · Round Mountain Gold Corporation

Details

Degree of injury
DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY
Classification
EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE
Accident type
Contact with hot objects or substances
Occupation
Crusher attendant/operator, Pan feeder operator/worker
Activity
Machine maintenance
Injury source
LIQUIDS,NEC
Nature of injury
BURN OR SCALD (HEAT)
Body part
FACE,NEC
Days lost
—
Mine experience
7 years

Operator

Controller (parent)
Kinross Gold Corporation
Operator
Round Mountain Gold Corporation
Mine
2600594

Narrative

The operator was attempting to clear a blockage in a carbon transfer line. Upon removal of a VIC coupling, heated contents from inside the line splashed onto the operator's face and wrist, resulting in second-degree burns.

Source

Authoritative
MSHA Open Government Data
Machine
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