Inspection Detail
Inspection: 1247089.015 - International Paper
Inspection Information - Office: Va-E-Norfolk (Regional Office) - Health 03551124
Site Address:
International Paper
34040 Union Camp Drive
Franklin, VA 23851
Mailing Address:
34040 Union Camp Drive, Franklin, VA 23851
Union Status: Union
SIC:
NAICS: 322121/Paper (except Newsprint) Mills
Inspection Type: Referral
Scope: Partial
Advanced Notice: Y
Ownership: Private
Safety/Health: Health
Close Conference: 07/20/2017
Emphasis: S:Fri
Case Closed: 08/07/2017
| Type | Activity Nr | Safety | Health |
|---|---|---|---|
| Referral | 1240954 | Yes |
Investigation Summary
At approximately 9:00 a.m. on July 14, 2017, Employee #1 and #2 were loosening bolts on the flange of a pump with hand held wrenches. As they loosened the flange, a caustic paper pulp solution leaked out. Both employees were struck by the solution and suffered chemical burns to their arms. Employee #1 and #2 were transported to a medical center, where they received chemical burn treatment and were then hospitalized.
Keywords: Chemical, Chemical Burn, Pump, Struck By
| # | Inspection | Age | Sex | Degree of Injury | Nature of Injury | Occupation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1247089.015 | 27 | M | Hospitalized injury | Machinery maintenance occupations | |
| 2 | 1247089.015 | 60 | M | Hospitalized injury |
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