Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Ascend Performance Materials, LLC, 518 South Bay St, FOLEY, ALABAMA 36535
on , Thermal burns second degree, affecting the head and neck.
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Final narrative
An employee was troubleshooting a compound extrusion line. As they opened a vent, fumes from the stearic acid additive ignited when exposed to air, causing a flash fire. Molten plastic in the line contacted their lower face and neck, resulting in first- and second-degree burns. A face shield was not used at the time of the incident.
HospitalizedHead and neckChemicals, hazardous materials n.e.c.
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