Thermal burns degree unspecified

Name: Thermal burns degree unspecified at Caldic USA Inc.
Start: 6/5/2024

1 hospitalization · 2024064942 · 6/5/2024 · Caldic USA Inc.

Severity

Hospitalized: 1
Amputation: 0
Loss of eye: 0
Body part: Trunk and other upper extremities
Nature of injury: Thermal burns degree unspecified

Cause

Event: Flash fire
Source: Chemicals and hazardous materials unspecified
Secondary source: Food products unspecified

Employer

Name: Caldic USA Inc.
Location: 2425 Alft Lane, ELGIN, ILLINOIS, 60124
NAICS: 311930
Jurisdiction: 1

Narrative

On June 5, 2024, an employee was mixing oils, powders, and other ingredients to make an antioxidant blend (a food ingredient) in a tank. A flash fire occurred and came out of the tank, burning the employee's chest and shoulder.

Source

Authoritative: OSHA Severe Injury Reports
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