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Inspection Detail
Inspection: 1541510.015 - International Paper
Inspection Information - Office: Albany Area Office
Site Address:
International Paper
568 Shore Airport Road
Ticonderoga, NY 12883
Mailing Address:
568 Shore Airport Road, Ticonderoga, NY 12883
Union Status: Union
SIC:
NAICS: 322121/Paper (except Newsprint) Mills
Inspection Type: Referral
Scope: Partial
Advanced Notice: N
Ownership: Private
Safety/Health: Safety
Close Conference: 07/13/2021
Emphasis:
Case Closed: 03/05/2022
| Type | Activity Nr | Safety | Health |
|---|---|---|---|
| Referral | 1783465 | Yes |
| Violations/Penalties | Serious | Willful | Repeat | Other | Unclass | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Initial Violations | 2 | 2 | ||||
| Current Violations | 1 | 1 | 2 | |||
| Initial Penalty | $23,406 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $23,406 |
| Current Penalty | $5,852 | $0 | $0 | $13,653 | $0 | $19,505 |
| 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 | 19100132 D01 | 01/03/2022 | 01/11/2022 | $13,653 | $13,653 | $0 | I - Informal Settlement | ||
| 2. | 01002 | Serious | 19100147 C04 I | 01/03/2022 | 01/11/2022 | $5,852 | $9,753 | $0 | I - Informal Settlement |
Investigation Summary
At 7:45 p.m. on July 4, 2021, an employee working as a machine operator for a paper manufacturer was attempting to clear a blockage in the slaker-scrubber drain line. The blockage in the drain line suddenly released causing a large outflow of hot water. The employee was hospitalized to treat scalding burns to his lower legs and torso.
Keywords: Burn, Chemical Burn, Clearing, Clogged, Drain Pipe, Drain Plug, Hot Water, Lack of Work Procedures, Leg, Lockout, Lockout/Tagout, Machine operator, PPE, PPE Hazard Assessment, Pressure Release, Protective Clothing, Scald, Skin, Torso, Unsafe Position, Wastewater, Water, Work Surface
| # | Inspection | Age | Sex | Degree of Injury | Nature of Injury | Occupation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1541510.015 | 30 | F | Hospitalized injury | Machine operators, not specified |