Inspection Detail

Inspection: 310875174 - R A Murphy Construction Inc

Inspection Information - Office: Medford

Investigation Summary

On February 18, 2008, Employee #1 was inside a ceiling, using a MAPP gas torch to perform soldering on a hot water heater. He lost his balance and used the torch nozzle to steady himself. This caused the cylinder neck to crack and allowed all the remaining gas to escape. Employee #1 sustained burns to his hands and face. He then fell through the ceiling opening onto the concrete floor, cutting his hand on a metal stud. He was provided first aid and transported to the hospital.

Keywords: FLAMMABLE VAPORS, WORK RULES, LACERATION, LOST BALANCE, HAND, BURN, SOLDERING TORCH, CONSTRUCTION, FALL, FACE