Ignition of vapors, gases, or liquids · Heat (thermal) burns, unspecified
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at DLTC Healthcare, Inc., 51 Main Street, SPRINGVALE, MAINE 04083
on — Heat (thermal) burns, unspecified, affecting the head and neck.
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Final narrative
An employee was attempting to light a gas range when a gas cloud ignited, burning the employee's head, neck, and ears. The employee was hospitalized.
HospitalizedHead and neckFlammable gas, unspecified
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