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Inspection Detail
Inspection: 111801122 - Quality Tuneup
Inspection Information - Office: Foster City District Office
Site Address:
Quality Tuneup
501 El Camino Real
San Bruno,, CA 94066
Mailing Address:
, , 00000
Union Status: NonUnion
SIC:5013
NAICS: 0
Inspection Type: Accident
Scope: Complete
Advanced Notice: N
Ownership: Private
Safety/Health: Safety
Close Conference: 02/19/1991
Planning Guide: Safety-Manufacturing
Emphasis:
Case Closed: 02/19/1991
| Type | Activity Nr | Safety | Health |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accident | 361043730 |
Investigation Summary
An vehicle was overheating because the pressurized radiator cap was defective and was not venting properly. Employee #1 opened the cap by hand and was sprayed with steam and hot water. He suffered first-degree burns on his face and second-degree burns on his wrists. Paramedics transported him to Kaiser Hospital, where he was treated and released. Employee #1 reported for work the next day.
Keywords: BURN, VAPOR, VEHICLE, VENTING, STEAM, HIGH PRESSURE, OVERHEATED, MECH MALFUNCTION, PRESSURE RELEASE, HOT WATER
| # | Inspection | Age | Sex | Degree of Injury | Nature of Injury | Occupation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 111801122 | Non Hospitalized injury | Burn/Scald(Heat) | Automobile mechanics |