Direct exposure to electricity, greater than 220 volts · Electrical burns, unspecified
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Oklaunion Power Station, 12567 FM 3430, VERNON, TEXAS 76384
on — Electrical burns, unspecified, affecting the multiple body parts, n.e.c..
Final narrative
An employee was checking fuses at a 480-volt control panel when a flash fire occurred burning the employees face, left hand, and right forearm.
HospitalizedMultiple body parts, n.e.c.Switchboards, switches, fuses
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