Ignition of vapors, gases, or liquids · Heat (thermal) burns, unspecified
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Environmental Painting Alternatives, Inc., 555 Martin St., APOPKA, FLORIDA 32703
on — Heat (thermal) burns, unspecified, affecting the hand(s), unspecified.
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Final narrative
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