Accident Report Detail

Accident Summary Nr: 200210540 - Employees exposed to hydrofluoric acid

Accident Summary Nr: 200210540 -- Report ID: 0626000 -- Event Date: 08/27/1999
Inspection Nr	Date Opened	SIC	NAICS	Establishment Name
302101589	09/01/1999	2911	324110	Citgo Refining & Chemicals Company Lp

Abstract: At approximately 9:00 p.m. on August 27, 1999, Employees #1 through #3 were exposed to a release of hydrofluoric acid vapor from the TR 221 storage tank in the terminal area. They complained of eye and respiratory discomfort and were transported to the hospital for treatment.

Keywords: EYE, CAUSTIC, UNSECURED, HYDROFLUORIC ACID, WORK RULES, INHALATION, RESPIRATORY TRACT, CHEMICAL BURN, CHEMICAL VAPOR, ACCIDENTAL DISCHARGE

Employee Details
Employee #	Inspection Nr	Degree of Injury	Nature of Injury	Occupation
1	302101589	Hospitalized injury	Burn(Chemical)	Occupation not reported
2	302101589	Hospitalized injury	Burn(Chemical)	Occupation not reported
3	302101589	Hospitalized injury	Burn(Chemical)	Occupation not reported

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