Ignition of vapors, gases, or liquids · Heat (thermal) burns, unspecified
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at WHITING-TURNER CONTRACTING COMPANY, 1401 Brentwood Parkway NE, WASHINGTON, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA 20002
on — Heat (thermal) burns, unspecified, affecting the face, unspecified.
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Final narrative
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