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Inspection Detail
Inspection: 111974747 - Cargill
Inspection Information - Office: Santa Ana District Office
Site Address:
Cargill
P.O. Box 2695
Fullerton, CA 92633
Mailing Address:
, , 00000
Union Status: NonUnion
SIC:2079
NAICS: 0
Inspection Type: Accident
Scope: Complete
Advanced Notice: N
Ownership: Private
Safety/Health: Safety
Close Conference: 12/14/1990
Planning Guide: Safety-Manufacturing
Emphasis:
Case Closed: 12/14/1990
| Type | Activity Nr | Safety | Health |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accident | 361264104 |
Investigation Summary
Employee #1 was replacing the sealing gasket in a valve. When he removed the bolts from the bonnet of the valve, the hot oil in the line, which was under pressure, sprayed out. He sustained burns on his neck, arms, and back as he tried to escape. Employee #1 was a maintenance mechanic with 20 years experience repairing equipment in the refinery. The employer has an effective safety program which includes annual reviews of safety training.
Keywords: BURN, MAINTENANCE, WORK RULES, MECHANIC, HOT COOKING OIL, BACK, HIGH PRESSURE, NECK, ARM, HIGH TEMPERATURE
| # | Inspection | Age | Sex | Degree of Injury | Nature of Injury | Occupation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 111974747 | Hospitalized injury | Burn/Scald(Heat) | Not specified mechanics and repairers | ||
| 2 | 111974747 | Hospitalized injury | Fracture | Packaging and filling machine operators |