Accident Report Detail
Accident Summary Nr: 200052868 - Employee Is Injured in Fall Into Chemical Tank
| Inspection Nr | Date Opened | SIC | NAICS | Establishment Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 308683499 | 11/17/2006 | 2899 | 325998 | Nox-Crete, Inc. |
Abstract: On November 16, 2006, Employee #1 entered a 3,000 gallon chemical tank to retrieve an object, without the employer's permission. He exited the tank and then reentered it to dislodge the chain escape-type ladder which had become stuck at the bottom. While exiting the second time, a ladder rung broke and Employee #1 fell approximately 10 ft to the bottom of the tank. He became overcome by organic vapors. Employee #1 was rescued by local fire department personnel. He had cuts and bruises, and was not hospitalized.
| Employee # | Inspection Nr | Age | Sex | Degree of Injury | Nature of Injury | Occupation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 308683499 | Non Hospitalized injury | Bruise/Contus/Abras | Chemical technicians |
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