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Inspection Detail
Inspection: 1225594.015 - The Dow Chemical Company
Inspection Information - Office: Houston South Area Office
Site Address:
The Dow Chemical Company
2301 N. Brazosport Blvd B-120
Freeport, TX 77541
Mailing Address:
2301 N. Brazosport Blvd., Freeport, TX 77541
Union Status: NonUnion
SIC:
NAICS: 325110/Petrochemical Manufacturing
Inspection Type: Referral
Scope: Partial
Advanced Notice: N
Ownership: Private
Safety/Health: Safety
Close Conference: 05/23/2017
Emphasis:
Case Closed: 05/23/2017
| Type | Activity Nr | Safety | Health |
|---|---|---|---|
| Referral | 1201613 | Yes | Yes |
Investigation Summary
At 12:15 p.m. on April 13, 2017, an employee was assigned to assess flow issues of a high pH boiler water additive system. While he was inspecting the system, the caustic additive drained from a disconnected 0.25 inch tube and came into contact with the employees upper legs and abdomen. The onsite medical staff transported the employee to a nearby medical facility, where he was taken then transferred to another hospital and received treatment.
Keywords: Abdomen, Chemical, Chemical Burn, Leak, Leg
| # | Inspection | Age | Sex | Degree of Injury | Nature of Injury | Occupation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1225594.015 | 36 | M | Hospitalized injury | Chemical technicians |