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Thermal burns third degree or higher

1 hospitalization · 2025054880 · 5/23/2025 · HT Energy LLC

Severity

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

Cause

Event
Flash fire
Source
Lubricating fluids
Secondary source
Torches welding, cutting

Employer

Name
HT Energy LLC
Location
602 East County Road 7200, LUBBOCK, TEXAS, 79404
NAICS
213112
Jurisdiction
1

Narrative

Mechanics were straightening a ladder on the derrick in the shop using an acetylene torch and a 10-ton hydraulic jack. As the mechanics were extending the jack to straighten out the ladder, the cylinder on the jack was turning and the quick-connect fitting ended up against the footrail of the derrick. This caused the nipple to break and a mist of oil was released from the jack. The oil mist ignited resulting in a flash fire. The injured employee sustained second- to third-degree burns burns to the right hand, the left cheek, and the left side of their neck as well as burns to both arms. The employee was hospitalized.

Source

Authoritative
OSHA Severe Injury Reports
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