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Thermal burns degree unspecified

1 hospitalization · 20241211096 · 12/2/2024 · JOHNS MANVILLE

Severity

Hospitalized
1
Amputation
0
Loss of eye
0
Body part
Multiple body parts n.e.c.
Nature of injury
Thermal burns degree unspecified

Cause

Event
Contact with hot objects or substances
Source
Hot or molten materials n.e.c..
Secondary source
Pressure washers

Employer

Name
JOHNS MANVILLE
Location
200 WEST INDUSTRIAL BLVD., CLEBURNE, TEXAS, 76033
NAICS
327993
Jurisdiction
1

Narrative

An employee was preparing a glass melter for extensive repairs. Water was being introduced into the melter with a lance to break up the hot glass. The water caused the molten glass to exit the melter with force, contacting the employee. The employee sustained thermal burns to their forearm, neck, and head.

Source

Authoritative
OSHA Severe Injury Reports
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