Ignition of vapors, gases, or liquids · Third or fourth degree heat (thermal) burns
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at GENERAL PLASTICS & COMPOSITES, L.P., 6910 E. Orem Drive, HOUSTON, TEXAS 77075
on , Third or fourth degree heat (thermal) burns, affecting the multiple body parts, n.e.c..
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Final narrative
An employee was investigating smoke coming from a 55-gallon drum of resin sitting on a heated rack. After investigating the smoke, he began walking away from the drum; it ignited, producing a ball of fire. He suffered second- or third-degree burns to the right side of his face, back, arm, and knee area. He was hospitalized, requiring surgery.
HospitalizedMultiple body parts, n.e.c.Resins
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