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Inspection Detail
Inspection: 120120993 - Ist Mechanical Corp
Inspection Information - Office: Long Beach District Office
Site Address:
Ist Mechanical Corp
3700 W 190th St
Torrance, CA 90509
Mailing Address:
1070 E 223rd St, Carson, CA 90745
Union Status: NonUnion
SIC:1629
NAICS: 0
Inspection Type: Unprog Rel
Scope: Partial
Advanced Notice: N
Ownership: Private
Safety/Health: Safety
Close Conference: 03/31/1995
Planning Guide: Safety-Construction
Emphasis:
Case Closed: 09/18/1995
| Violations/Penalties | Serious | Willful | Repeat | Other | Unclass | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Initial Violations | 1 | 1 | ||||
| Current Violations | 1 | 1 | ||||
| Initial Penalty | $0 | $0 | $0 | $150 | $0 | $150 |
| Current Penalty | $0 | $0 | $0 | $150 | $0 | $150 |
| 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 | 1740 C | 03/31/1995 | 03/31/1995 | $150 | $150 | $0 | - |
Investigation Summary
At approximately 3:15 p.m. on October 19, 1994, Employees #1 through #10 and three coworkers were engaged in mechanical repairs and maintenance in and around the alkylation and catalytic hydro-desulfurization units. The employer and the onsite employer removed the lockout/tagout devices from the isolation locations for the 11C-10 coalescer. The onsite employer was putting the coalescer in service when there was a hydrocarbon release which resulted in an explosion and flash fire. Employees #1 through #4, #6, and #7 suffered burns to their faces, arms, and hands. Employees #5 and #7 suffered respiratory distress. Employees #9 and #10 and the three coworkers sustained various injuries, including cuts, back problems, and a head injury. All the employees were hospitalized for treatment.
Keywords: BURN, RESPIRATORY, WORK RULES, FIRE, CONSTRUCTION, INHALATION, LOCKOUT, EXPLOSION, CHEMICAL REACTION, CHEMICAL
| # | Inspection | Age | Sex | Degree of Injury | Nature of Injury | Occupation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 120120993 | Hospitalized injury | Burn/Scald(Heat) | Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters | ||
| 2 | 120120993 | Hospitalized injury | Burn/Scald(Heat) | Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters | ||
| 3 | 120120993 | Hospitalized injury | Burn/Scald(Heat) | Welders and cutters | ||
| 4 | 120120993 | Hospitalized injury | Burn/Scald(Heat) | Plumber, pipefitter and steamfiter apprentices | ||
| 5 | 120120993 | Hospitalized injury | Cut/Laceration | Welders and cutters | ||
| 6 | 120120993 | Hospitalized injury | Asphyxia | Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters | ||
| 7 | 120120993 | Hospitalized injury | Burn/Scald(Heat) | Plumber, pipefitter and steamfiter apprentices | ||
| 8 | 120120993 | Hospitalized injury | Burn/Scald(Heat) | Construction trades, n.e.c. | ||
| 9 | 120120993 | Hospitalized injury | Asphyxia | Construction trades, n.e.c. | ||
| 10 | 120120993 | Hospitalized injury | Other | Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters |