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Note: The following inspection has not been indicated as closed. OSHA citation items will be posted 30 (thirty) days after the employer receives the citation(s), except in cases of significant public interest. Posted citation items reflect any amendments to citations that are the result of a prompt settlement, which OSHA encourages. Employers and employee representatives will continue to receive copies of the citation(s) upon issuance.
Inspection: 1751638.015 - Techniques Surfaces, Usa, Inc.
Inspection Information - Office: Tennessee Osha Chattanooga Office - Safety
Site Address:
Techniques Surfaces, Usa, Inc.
1031 Windtower Drive
Chattanooga, TN 37402
Mailing Address:
2015 Progress Drive, Springfield, OH 45505
Union Status: NonUnion
SIC:
NAICS: 332812/ Metal Coating, Engraving (except Jewelry and Silverware), and Allied Services to Manufacturers
Inspection Type: Fat/Cat
Scope: Partial
Advanced Notice: N
Ownership: Private
Safety/Health: Safety
Close Conference: 05/30/2024
Emphasis:
Case Closed:
| Type | Activity Nr | Safety | Health |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accident | 2168364 |
| Violations/Penalties | Serious | Willful | Repeat | Other | Unclass | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Initial Violations | 1 | 2 | 3 | |||
| Current Violations | 1 | 2 | 3 | |||
| Initial Penalty | $5,400 | $0 | $0 | $1,200 | $0 | $6,600 |
| Current Penalty | $5,400 | $0 | $0 | $1,200 | $0 | $6,600 |
| 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 | Serious | TCA 50-3-105(1) | 09/16/2024 | 09/30/2024 | $5,400 | $5,400 | $0 | 10/09/2024 | C - Contested | |
| 2. | 02001 | Other | TDLWD RULE 800-01-03-.05(2)(A) | 09/16/2024 | $800 | $800 | $0 | 10/09/2024 | C - Contested | ||
| 3. | 02002 | Other | 19101200 E01 | 09/16/2024 | 09/30/2024 | $400 | $400 | $0 | 10/09/2024 | C - Contested |
Investigation Summary
At 8:45 a.m. on May 30, 2024, Employee #1 was operating the nitriding line and using a crane to place parts into liquid oxidizer tank #11. During this process, an eruption or explosion occurred as the parts were lowered into the oxidizer tank, causing molten oxidizing salt to spill. The employee was severely burned with chemical and thermal burns covering 100% of his body. Emergency services responded, but the employee was pronounced dead at the scene.
Keywords: Burn, Chemical Burn, Chemical Exposure, Explosion, Tank
| # | Inspection | Age | Sex | Degree of Injury | Nature of Injury | Occupation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1751638.015 | 45 | M | Fatality |