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Thermal burns degree unspecified

1 hospitalization · 2024075887 · 7/1/2024 · Cobey Inc.

Severity

Hospitalized
1
Amputation
0
Loss of eye
0
Body part
Head and extremities
Nature of injury
Thermal burns degree unspecified

Cause

Event
Flash fire
Source
Cleaning and polishing agents unspecified
Secondary source
Other tools, instruments, equipment n.e.c.

Employer

Name
Cobey Inc.
Location
1 Ship Canal Parkway, BUFFALO, NEW YORK, 14218
NAICS
333912
Jurisdiction
1

Narrative

Employee 1 was cleaning a paint gun using paint thinner when employee 2 started a lighter nearby and the cup of paint thinner ignited. Employee 2 dropped the cup and the ignited paint thinner spilled, causing burns on employee 2's arms, legs, hands, and face.

Source

Authoritative
OSHA Severe Injury Reports
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