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Heat (thermal) burns, unspecified

2 hospitalizations · 2022021500 · 2/16/2022 · Nebraska Corn Processing LLC

Severity

Hospitalized
2
Amputation
0
Loss of eye
0
Body part
Multiple head locations
Nature of injury
Heat (thermal) burns, unspecified

Cause

Event
Contact with hot objects or substances
Source
Food products, n.e.c.

Employer

Name
Nebraska Corn Processing LLC
Location
107 Potter St, CAMBRIDGE, NEBRASKA, 69022
NAICS
325193
Jurisdiction
1

Narrative

Three maintenance employees were preparing to remove a pump for repairs. As one of the employees was removing the bolts on the pump flange, the pump separated and hot liquid corn mash was expelled onto the two injured employees. Employee 1 was hospitalized for burns to the right ear and cheek and a forehead contusion. Employee 2 was hospitalized for burns to the hands, arms, legs, torso, and right foot.

Source

Authoritative
OSHA Severe Injury Reports
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