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Inspection Detail
Inspection: 311643126 - Southwest Gas Corporation
Inspection Information - Office: Nv-E-Las Vegas 0953220
Site Address:
Southwest Gas Corporation
1104 Stone River Drive
North Las Vegas, NV 89030
Mailing Address:
4300 West Tropicana Avenue, Las Vegas, NV 89103
Union Status: NonUnion
SIC:4924
NAICS: 221210/Natural Gas Distribution
Inspection Type: Accident
Scope: Partial
Advanced Notice: N
Ownership: Private
Safety/Health: Safety
Close Conference: 07/07/2008
Planning Guide: Safety-Manufacturing
Emphasis:
Case Closed: 07/18/2008
| Type | Activity Nr | Safety | Health |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accident | 101045136 |
Investigation Summary
On April 9, 2008, two employees were working for the Southwest Gas Corporation utility. They were replacing a valve that was part of the gas distribution system in an existing home. At some point during the operation, the valve failed and reportedly came apart. The pressurized gas in the line escaped and eventually ignited. It is believed that the pilot light of a water heater located in an adjacent closet was the source of ignition. The two employees sustained burns to their hands, wrists, faces, and ears, and they were hospitalized. The jurisdiction of Nevada OSHA over the incident was challenged by Southwest Gas Corporation. Upon review by Division counsel, it was determined that Nevada OSHA did not have jurisdiction in the matter.
Keywords: BURN, MAINTENANCE, FLAMMABLE VAPORS, EAR, NATURAL GAS, EQUIPMENT FAILURE, VALVE, FACE, HAND, PRESSURE RELEASE
| # | Inspection | Age | Sex | Degree of Injury | Nature of Injury | Occupation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 311643126 | Hospitalized injury | Burn/Scald(Heat) | Occupation not reported | ||
| 2 | 311643126 | Hospitalized injury | Burn/Scald(Heat) | Occupation not reported |