Inspection Detail
Inspection: 126017821 - California Energy Operating Co
Inspection Information - Office: San Diego District Office
Site Address:
California Energy Operating Co
6922 Crummer Rd
Calipatria, CA 92233
Mailing Address:
950 W Lindsey Rd, Calipatria, CA 92233
Union Status: NonUnion
SIC:4961
NAICS: 0
Inspection Type: Accident
Scope: Partial
Advanced Notice: N
Ownership: Private
Safety/Health: Safety
Close Conference: 09/23/1997
Planning Guide: Safety-Manufacturing
Emphasis:
Case Closed: 09/26/1997
| Type | Activity Nr | Safety | Health |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accident | 362222804 |
Investigation Summary
At approximately 11:30 a.m. on May 13, 1997, Employees #1 and #2 were draining a clarifier. A 36 in. manway cover, used to drain 170 degree brine prior to entering the clarifier, came loose and Employee #1 fell in the hot brine spilling from the manway. Employee #2 entered the spilled brine, assisted Employee #1 to his feet, and they both then exited the area. Employee #1 sustained first- and second- degree burns to his lower legs and was immediately taken to the emergency shower. Employee #2 sustained first- and second-degree burns were to his legs and his right knee. Emergency 911 was called and both employees were transported to a local hospital, where they were examined and released. That same day, the employer sent Employee #2 to a regional burn center for further examination and he was admitted. On May 15, 1997, Employee #1 was admitted to the same burn center. The company was cited for permitting unqualified persons to maintain or repair machinery and equipment.
Keywords: BURN, KNEE, MAINTENANCE, WORK RULES, FALL, SPILL, UNTRAINED, HIGH TEMPERATURE, HOT WATER, LEG
| # | Inspection | Age | Sex | Degree of Injury | Nature of Injury | Occupation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 126017821 | Hospitalized injury | Burn/Scald(Heat) | Supervisors; handlers,equip-cleaners,laborers nec | ||
| 2 | 126017821 | Hospitalized injury | Burn/Scald(Heat) | Supervisors; handlers,equip-cleaners,laborers nec |
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