Direct exposure to electricity, greater than 220 volts · Electrical burns, unspecified
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Echo Powerline LLC, 3880 Greens Prairie West, COLLEGE STATION, TEXAS 77845
on — Electrical burns, unspecified, affecting the multiple body parts, n.e.c..
Final narrative
An employee was installing new lines and working around 2700-volt power lines. An arc flash occurred and the employee sustained burns to the jaw, chest, and arms.
HospitalizedMultiple body parts, n.e.c.Power lines, transformers, convertors
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