Ignition of vapors, gases, or liquids · Heat (thermal) burns, unspecified
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at JANUS INTERNATIONAL GROUP, LLC, 638 Cassville White Road NW, CARTERSVILLE, GEORGIA 30121
on — Heat (thermal) burns, unspecified, affecting the hand(s) and wrist(s).
Final narrative
An employee was using a torch when a hole in the oxygen line leaked gas that then ignited. The employee sustained burns to the left palm and wrist.
HospitalizedHand(s) and wrist(s)Flammable gas, unspecified
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