Ignition of vapors, gases, or liquids · Second degree heat (thermal) burns
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at CBRE, Inc, 1597 Cole Blvd, LAKEWOOD, COLORADO 80401
on — Second degree heat (thermal) burns, affecting the multiple body parts, n.e.c..
Final narrative
An employee bled a water heater gas line after replacing it and then attempted to start the gas water heater. This provided an ignition source, resulting in a flash fire with flame front. The employee received first and second degree burns on exposed facial and hand skin.
HospitalizedMultiple body parts, n.e.c.Coal, natural gas, petroleum fuels and products, unspecified
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