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Inspection Detail
Inspection: 120083357 - Itt Aerospace Controls
Inspection Information - Office: Van Nuys District Office
Site Address:
Itt Aerospace Controls
28150 Industry Drive
Valencia, CA 91355
Mailing Address:
, , 00000
Union Status: NonUnion
SIC:3492
NAICS: 0
Inspection Type: Accident
Scope: Partial
Advanced Notice: N
Ownership: Private
Safety/Health: Safety
Close Conference: 02/03/1997
Planning Guide: Safety-Manufacturing
Emphasis:
Case Closed: 11/18/1997
| Type | Activity Nr | Safety | Health |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accident | 362291221 |
| Violations/Penalties | Serious | Willful | Repeat | Other | Unclass | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Initial Violations | 1 | 9 | 10 | |||
| Current Violations | 1 | 9 | 10 | |||
| Initial Penalty | $6,250 | $0 | $0 | $3,525 | $0 | $9,775 |
| Current Penalty | $6,250 | $0 | $0 | $3,525 | $0 | $9,775 |
| FTA Penalty | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| # | Citation ID | Citaton Type | Standard Cited | Issuance Date | Abatement Due Date | Current Penalty | Initial Penalty | FTA Penalty | Contest | Latest Event | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | 01001 | Other | 3382 A | 01/28/1997 | 01/31/1997 | $600 | $600 | $0 | - | ||
| 2. | 01002 | Other | 3383 A | 01/28/1997 | 01/31/1997 | $600 | $600 | $0 | - | ||
| 3. | 01003 | Other | 3380 E | 01/28/1997 | 01/31/1997 | $600 | $600 | $0 | - | ||
| 4. | 01004 | Other | 3385 A | 01/28/1997 | 01/31/1997 | $600 | $600 | $0 | - | ||
| 5. | 01005 | Other | 5164 A | 01/28/1997 | 02/07/1997 | $225 | $225 | $0 | - | ||
| 6. | 01006 | Other | 3210 A | 01/28/1997 | 02/21/1997 | $150 | $150 | $0 | - | ||
| 7. | 01007 | Other | 23400016 A | 01/28/1997 | 02/07/1997 | $150 | $150 | $0 | - | ||
| 8. | 01008 | Other | 342 A | 01/28/1997 | 01/31/1997 | $300 | $300 | $0 | - | ||
| 9. | 01009 | Other | 14301 B | 01/28/1997 | 02/21/1997 | $300 | $300 | $0 | - | ||
| 10. | 02001 | Serious | 3303 | 01/28/1997 | 01/31/1997 | $6,250 | $6,250 | $0 | 04/14/1997 | W - Empr Withdrew |
Investigation Summary
On September 20, 1996, Employee #1, who worked for a manufacturer of aerospace control systems, and a coworker were in the water treatment area. They were mixing a solution of water and sulfuric acid for use in adjusting the pH in parts of the company's wastewater treatment system. The treatment process required the use of a 15 percent sulfuric acid solution, which was created using 93 sulfuric acid mixed with water. Employee #1 and his coworker pumped 93 sulfuric acid into an open 5 gallon bucket, and then Employee #1 carried the bucket to a mixing drum that contained water for the 15 percent solution. He was lifting the bucket to pour it into the drum when his hand slipped and the bucket fell onto the floor. The sulfuric acid inside splashed Employee #1, who used a nearby eyewash/shower. He sustained third-degree burns, and was hospitalized for surgery. Neither Employee #1 nor his coworker were wearing appropriate personal protective equipment, such as a face shield, shoulder length gloves, apron, or rubber boot. In addition, the acid was not being carried in a closed or covered container.
Keywords: BURN, PROTECTIVE CLOTHING, CAUSTIC, PPE, WORK RULES, SLIP, SPILL, SULFURIC ACID, CHEMICAL
| # | Inspection | Age | Sex | Degree of Injury | Nature of Injury | Occupation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 120083357 | Hospitalized injury | Burn(Chemical) | Separating, filtering & clarifying mach. operators |