CALHOUN, GEORGIA—
Shaw Industries Group, Inc.
Exposure to other harmful substances, unspecified · Other poisoning, toxic, noxious, or allergenic effects, n.e.c.
Final narrative
An employee was cleaning carpet using a hot water extractor that contained Pro's Choice Power Gel, a concentrated blend of cleaning agents designed to safely remove spots and stains. After cleaning, the employee experienced fevers and an elevated heart rate. The employee was hospitalized.
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