PROSPER, TEXAS—
Trugreen
Vehicle or machinery fire · Thermal burns degree unspecified
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury at Trugreen, 1250 Preston Road, PROSPER, TEXAS 75078 on — Thermal burns degree unspecified, affecting the Head and extremities.
Final narrative
An employee was checking the fuel level of a ride-on sprayer. While refueling the sprayer, fuel ignited and the employee sustained burns to their jaw and right thumb.
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