Ignition of vapors, gases, or liquids · Heat (thermal) burns, unspecified
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Register Auto Detailing Inc, Off Spring Hill Drive, BROOKSVILLE, FLORIDA 34609
on — Heat (thermal) burns, unspecified, affecting the multiple face locations.
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Final narrative
An employee removed a gas cap from a generator and gas splashed on their face. The gas caught on fire and the employee suffered burns to their lips and the right side of their face.
HospitalizedMultiple face locationsGasoline, diesel fuel, jet fuel
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