Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Valero, 2235 Jacob Dr., CHALMETTE, LOUISIANA 70043
on , Heat (thermal) burns, unspecified, affecting the face, unspecified.
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Final narrative
Employees were troubleshooting a PSV that was lifting prematurely. A release of hydrocarbon/hydrogen caused an explosion and fire. One employee suffered burns to the face. A second employee struck a rail during egress as a result of the pressure wave and suffered a fractured kneecap. Both employees were hospitalized.