Fire unspecified · Poisoning, poisoning-related asphyxia
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Segundo Urritia, 446 OceanFront, LONG BEACH, NEW YORK 11561
on — Poisoning, poisoning-related asphyxia, affecting the BODY SYSTEMS .
Final narrative
An employee was soldering copper pipe extension to the cold-water main valve connection using a torch with a 13.5-pound propane tank. Lint from the nearby laundry chute caught on fire and smoke engulfed the bathroom area. The employee was hospitalized due to smoke inhalation.
Hospitalized BODY SYSTEMS Garbage, recyclables, debris n.e.c.
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