Ignition of vapors, gases, or liquids · Heat (thermal) burns, unspecified
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Eastman Chemical Company, Texas Operations, 300 Kodak Blvd., LONGVIEW, TEXAS 75602
on , Heat (thermal) burns, unspecified, affecting the upper and lower limb(s).
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Final narrative
An employee was making his rounds when he identified a level indication in the vessel that he was not sure was accurate. He then drained the sit glass and the material (mineral spirits polyethylene wax and ethaline gas) ignited a flash fire, burning his left palm, both forearms, and his left calf. He was hospitalized.
HospitalizedUpper and lower limb(s)Chemicals and chemical products, n.e.c.
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