Ignition of vapors, gases, or liquids · Second degree heat (thermal) burns
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Tilley Pressure Test, 2106 50th Street West, WILLISTON, NORTH DAKOTA 58801
on — Second degree heat (thermal) burns, affecting the multiple body parts, n.e.c..
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Final narrative
An employee was cutting open a 55-gallon empty brake cleaner drum with a right angle grinder when sparks ignited residual flammable material in the drum, causing flash flames and second degree burns to the employee's chest and arms.
HospitalizedMultiple body parts, n.e.c.Solvents, degreasers, n.e.c.
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