Struck bump, hole, rough terrain on driving surface, nonroadway · Second degree heat (thermal) burns
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Globe Metallurgical, Inc., 2401 Old Montgomery Hwy., SELMA, ALABAMA 36703
on — Second degree heat (thermal) burns, affecting the multiple body parts, n.e.c..
Final narrative
An employee was transporting a ladle from the furnace to the casting area using an industrial truck. The front tire hit a pothole causing the molten silicon to spill to the ground which caused an explosion resulting in second degree burns to the employee's face, upper back, left arm and neck.
HospitalizedMultiple body parts, n.e.c.Industrial vehicle, material hauling and transport-powered, unspecified
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