Ignition of vapors, gases, or liquids · Second degree heat (thermal) burns
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at United Pipeline Systems, Inc., IACX Rock Creek, DUMAS, TEXAS 79029
on — Second degree heat (thermal) burns, affecting the multiple body parts, n.e.c..
Final narrative
An employee was removing a high-density polyethylene (HDPE) flange from a steel host pipe that had an HDPE liner installed. As the liner seal was broken, a puff of gas that was trapped in the annular space between the liner and steel pipe was released and ignited. The fire caused second degree burns to the employee's wrists and face.
HospitalizedMultiple body parts, n.e.c.Flammable gas, unspecified
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