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Inspection Detail
Inspection: 106641384 - Olin Corp./Lake City Army Ammunition Plant
Inspection Information - Office: Kansas City Area Office
Site Address:
Olin Corp./Lake City Army Ammunition Plant
Missouri Highway "7" & "78"
Independence, MO 64052
Mailing Address:
, , 00000
Union Status: NonUnion
SIC:3482
NAICS: 0
Inspection Type: Accident
Scope: Partial
Advanced Notice: N
Ownership: Private
Safety/Health: Safety
Close Conference: 05/10/1991
Planning Guide: Safety-Manufacturing
Emphasis:
Case Closed: 05/10/1991
| Type | Activity Nr | Safety | Health |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accident | 360340715 |
Investigation Summary
Employee #1 was working alone, preparing a primer mixture containing lead styphnate and other explosive materials. He was using an automatic timer to combine the materials in a bowl from a remote location. Once the slurry was mixed, he entered the mixing room to push the materials down the sides of the bowl with a sponge. At some point, the 12 1/2 lb mixture exploded, killing Employee #1 instantly. The exact cause of the explosion is unknown.
Keywords: EXPLOSIVES, EXPLOSIVE MIXING, WORK RULES, EXPLOSION, CHEMICAL REACTION, CHEMICAL
| # | Inspection | Age | Sex | Degree of Injury | Nature of Injury | Occupation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 106641384 | Fatality | Other | Occupation not reported |