Inhalation of harmful substance-single episode · Other respiratory system symptoms-toxic, noxious, or allergenic effect
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at REHAU Automotive LLC, 2424 Industrial Drive, CULLMAN, ALABAMA 35055
on — Other respiratory system symptoms-toxic, noxious, or allergenic effect, affecting the bODY SYSTEMS.
Final narrative
An employee had an allergic reaction to cleaning chemicals used in her area of operations. She was admitted to the hospital for breathing difficulties.
HospitalizedBODY SYSTEMSCleaning and polishing agents, unspecified
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