Ignition of vapors, gases, or liquids · Second degree heat (thermal) burns
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at ECP Incorporated, 11210 Katherine's Crossing, WOODRIDGE, ILLINOIS 60517
on — Second degree heat (thermal) burns, affecting the nonclassifiable.
Final narrative
An employee was transferring chemicals from a 55-gallon container when a flash fire occurred, causing second degree burns to the employee.
HospitalizedNonclassifiableChemicals and chemical products, unspecified
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