Ignition of vapors, gases, or liquids · Third or fourth degree heat (thermal) burns
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Natural State Materials & Logistics, 1104 Pace Rd. , POCAHONTAS, ARKANSAS 72455
on — Third or fourth degree heat (thermal) burns, affecting the multiple body parts, n.e.c..
Final narrative
An employee was attempting to fuel his truck with diesel. He removed the fuel cap from his truck, picked up the fuel nozzle, placed the fuel nozzle in the tank, and squeezed the handle.
It was at that point that a flash fire and/or small explosion occurred, burning his face, hands, and chest area. He was hospitalized for third degree burns.
HospitalizedMultiple body parts, n.e.c.Gasoline, diesel fuel, jet fuel
Mining operation
This is a mining-sector employer (NAICS 212319). For MSHA mine-safety and violation records for this operator, see miningincidents.org →
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