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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: 1787826.015 - Kirk Williams Company Inc.
Inspection Information - Office: Columbus Area Office
Site Address:
Kirk Williams Company Inc.
2734 Home Road
Grove City, OH 43123
Mailing Address:
2734 Home Road, Grove City, OH 43123
Union Status: Union
SIC:
NAICS: 332322/Sheet Metal Work Manufacturing
Inspection Type: Fat/Cat
Scope: Partial
Advanced Notice: N
Ownership: Private
Safety/Health: Health
Close Conference: 03/14/2025
Emphasis:
Case Closed:
| Type | Activity Nr | Safety | Health |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accident | 2232883 | ||
| Referral | 2232859 | Yes |
| Violations/Penalties | Serious | Willful | Repeat | Other | Unclass | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Initial Violations | 10 | 10 | ||||
| Current Violations | 10 | 10 | ||||
| Initial Penalty | $156,043 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $156,043 |
| Current Penalty | $156,043 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $156,043 |
| 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. | 01001A | Serious | 19100132 D01 | 03/14/2025 | 04/03/2025 | $16,550 | $16,550 | $0 | 04/10/2025 | C - Contested | |
| 2. | 01001B | Serious | 19100252 B03 | 03/14/2025 | 04/03/2025 | $0 | $0 | $0 | 04/10/2025 | C - Contested | |
| 3. | 01002A | Serious | 19100134 C02 II | 03/14/2025 | 04/03/2025 | $7,093 | $7,093 | $0 | 04/10/2025 | C - Contested | |
| 4. | 01002B | Serious | 19101052 D02 | 03/14/2025 | 04/03/2025 | $0 | $0 | $0 | 04/10/2025 | C - Contested | |
| 5. | 01003 | Serious | 19100146 C01 | 03/14/2025 | 04/03/2025 | $16,550 | $16,550 | $0 | 04/10/2025 | C - Contested | |
| 6. | 01004A | Serious | 19100146 C04 | 03/14/2025 | 04/03/2025 | $16,550 | $16,550 | $0 | 04/10/2025 | C - Contested | |
| 7. | 01004B | Serious | 19100252 A02 XIII A | 03/14/2025 | 04/03/2025 | $0 | $0 | $0 | 04/10/2025 | C - Contested | |
| 8. | 01005A | Serious | 19100146 D02 | 03/14/2025 | 04/03/2025 | $16,550 | $16,550 | $0 | 04/10/2025 | C - Contested | |
| 9. | 01005B | Serious | 19100146 D03 VI | 03/14/2025 | 04/03/2025 | $0 | $0 | $0 | 04/10/2025 | C - Contested | |
| 10. | 01005C | Serious | 19100146 D04 I | 03/14/2025 | 04/03/2025 | $0 | $0 | $0 | 04/10/2025 | C - Contested | |
| 11. | 01005D | Serious | 19100146 D05 I | 03/14/2025 | 04/03/2025 | $0 | $0 | $0 | 04/10/2025 | C - Contested | |
| 12. | 01005E | Serious | 19100146 D05 II | 03/14/2025 | 04/03/2025 | $0 | $0 | $0 | 04/10/2025 | C - Contested | |
| 13. | 01005F | Serious | 19100252 A02 XIV B | 03/14/2025 | 04/03/2025 | $0 | $0 | $0 | 04/10/2025 | C - Contested | |
| 14. | 01006A | Serious | 19100146 D03 IV | 03/14/2025 | 04/03/2025 | $16,550 | $16,550 | $0 | 04/10/2025 | C - Contested | |
| 15. | 01006B | Serious | 19100146 D04 II | 03/14/2025 | 04/03/2025 | $0 | $0 | $0 | 04/10/2025 | C - Contested | |
| 16. | 01007A | Serious | 19100146 E01 | 03/14/2025 | 04/03/2025 | $16,550 | $16,550 | $0 | 04/10/2025 | C - Contested | |
| 17. | 01007B | Serious | 19100252 A02 IV | 03/14/2025 | 04/03/2025 | $0 | $0 | $0 | 04/10/2025 | C - Contested | |
| 18. | 01007C | Serious | 19100252 A02 XIII B | 03/14/2025 | 04/03/2025 | $0 | $0 | $0 | 04/10/2025 | C - Contested | |
| 19. | 01007D | Serious | 19100252 A02 XIV D | 03/14/2025 | 04/03/2025 | $0 | $0 | $0 | 04/10/2025 | C - Contested | |
| 20. | 01007E | Serious | 19100252 A02 XIV E | 03/14/2025 | 04/03/2025 | $0 | $0 | $0 | 04/10/2025 | C - Contested | |
| 21. | 01008A | Serious | 19100146 G01 | 03/14/2025 | 04/03/2025 | $16,550 | $16,550 | $0 | 04/10/2025 | C - Contested | |
| 22. | 01008B | Serious | 19100252 A02 XIII C | 03/14/2025 | 04/03/2025 | $0 | $0 | $0 | 04/10/2025 | C - Contested | |
| 23. | 01008C | Serious | 19100255 A03 | 03/14/2025 | 04/03/2025 | $0 | $0 | $0 | 04/10/2025 | C - Contested | |
| 24. | 01009 | Serious | 19100252 A02 VI C | 03/14/2025 | 04/03/2025 | $16,550 | $16,550 | $0 | 04/10/2025 | C - Contested | |
| 25. | 01010 | Serious | 19101200 H01 | 03/14/2025 | 04/03/2025 | $16,550 | $16,550 | $0 | 04/10/2025 | C - Contested |
Investigation Summary
At 10:00 a.m. on November 13, 2024, Employee #1 was inside a large section of HVAC duct applying Design Polymerics DP 2590 Duct Liner Spray Adhesive to repair sagging insulation. After completing the adhesive application, Employee #1 used a Talon pin welder to secure the insulation. While using the welder, a spark ignited flammable vapors from the adhesive, causing a flash fire inside the duct. Employee #1, who was engulfed in flames, exited the duct. Coworkers used a fire extinguisher to put out the flames. A coworker working in the opposite corner also jumped out to safety. Employee #1 sustained burns to over 80% of his body and later died from complications related to the injuries.
Keywords: Adhesive, Air Duct, Burn, Chemical Burn, Duct, Engulfed, Fire, Fire Extinguisher, Flammable Liquid, Flammable Vapors, Gas Powered Welder, HVAC, Welder
| # | Inspection | Age | Sex | Degree of Injury | Nature of Injury | Occupation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1787826.015 | 23 | M | Fatality |