Ignition of clothing from controlled heat source · MULTIPLE DISEASES, CONDITIONS, AND DISORDERS
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Harsco Metals & Minerals, 300 Ward Rd. , MIDLOTHIAN, TEXAS 76065
on — MULTIPLE DISEASES, CONDITIONS, AND DISORDERS, affecting the back, including spine, spinal cord, unspecified.
Final narrative
An employee was cutting billets with a propane and oxygen torch when sparks sprayed his left side. His undershirt caught on fire and he suffered second degree burns to the left side of his back.
HospitalizedBack, including spine, spinal cord, unspecifiedBlouses, shirts, dresses, trousers, skirts
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