Accident Report Detail
Accident Summary Nr: 101040269 - Employee dies of burns after welding explosion
| Inspection Nr | Date Opened | SIC | NAICS | Establishment Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 300767902 | 04/21/1997 | 5521 | 0 | U.S. Auto Pawn |
Abstract: On August 20, 1996, Employee #1, a mechanic at U.S. Auto Pawn, Henderson, NV, was welding a vehicle in the car lot when an explosion occurred. Between 70 and 80 percent of his body was engulfed in flames when gasoline began spitting out on him. Employee #1 suffered second- and third-degree burns and he was transported to University Medical Center's burn care unit. He died on August 27, 1997 from complications of his injuries.
| Employee # | Inspection Nr | Age | Sex | Degree of Injury | Nature of Injury | Occupation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 300767902 | Fatality | Burn/Scald(Heat) | Automobile mechanics |
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