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Second degree heat (thermal) burns

1 hospitalization · 2022076070 · 7/12/2022 · The Grand at Westside Apartments

Severity

Hospitalized
1
Amputation
0
Loss of eye
0
Body part
Nonclassifiable
Nature of injury
Second degree heat (thermal) burns

Cause

Event
Ignition of vapors, gases, or liquids
Source
Propane
Secondary source
Ranges, cooking ovens, grills, toasters, food warmers

Employer

Name
The Grand at Westside Apartments
Location
3250 Douglas Grand Drive, KISSIMMEE, FLORIDA, 34747
NAICS
811490
Jurisdiction
1

Narrative

An employee was lighting a propane grill. A buildup of propane caused a fireball resulting in first and second degree burns to the employee's body.

Source

Authoritative
OSHA Severe Injury Reports
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