Exposure through intact skin, eyes, or other exposed tissue · Second degree chemical burns and corrosions
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at FREEHOLD CARTAGE, INC., Global Foundries, MALTA, NEW YORK 12020
on — Second degree chemical burns and corrosions, affecting the nonclassifiable.
Final narrative
A Freehold Cartage, Inc., tank truck driver was loading flammable liquid from a storage tank. Shortly after loading began, the driver noticed the hose was jumping, indicating a interruption in product flow. After the pump was turned off the employee was told it was safe to disconnect the line, he released a clamp on the hose driver and was splashed with chemical. He suffered a second-degree chemical burn.
HospitalizedNonclassifiableChemicals and chemical products, unspecified
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