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Inspection Detail
Inspection: 108763863 - Basic Industries, Inc.
Inspection Information - Office: Baton Rouge Area Office
Site Address:
Basic Industries, Inc.
5525 Highway 3115
Carville, LA 70734
Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 83780, Baton Rouge, LA 70884
Union Status: NonUnion
SIC:1742
NAICS: 0
Inspection Type: Accident
Scope: Complete
Advanced Notice: N
Ownership: Private
Safety/Health: Safety
Close Conference: 12/30/1991
Emphasis:
Case Closed: 12/30/1991
| Type | Activity Nr | Safety | Health |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accident | 360157408 |
Investigation Summary
Employees #1 through #9 were exposed to phosgene in the TDI unit. An employee attempted to open a valve, but the valve failed and released approximately 27 lb (2.5 gallons) of phosgene. Employees #1 through #9 were admitted to the hospital for observation, chest x-rays, and blood work.
Keywords: EQUIPMENT FAILURE, VALVE, OVEREXPOSURE, PHOSGENE, GAS, ACCIDENTAL DISCHARGE
| # | Inspection | Age | Sex | Degree of Injury | Nature of Injury | Occupation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 108763863 | Hospitalized injury | Other | Occupation not reported | ||
| 2 | 108763863 | Hospitalized injury | Other | Occupation not reported | ||
| 3 | 108763863 | Hospitalized injury | Other | Occupation not reported | ||
| 4 | 108763863 | Hospitalized injury | Other | Occupation not reported | ||
| 5 | 108763863 | Hospitalized injury | Other | Occupation not reported | ||
| 6 | 108763863 | Hospitalized injury | Other | Occupation not reported | ||
| 7 | 108763863 | Hospitalized injury | Other | Occupation not reported |