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Inspection Detail
Inspection: 123664864 - Reynolds Metal Co./Bellwood Extrusion Plant
Inspection Information - Office: Va-E-Richmond (Regional Office) - Safety 0355111
Site Address:
Reynolds Metal Co./Bellwood Extrusion Plant
1901 Reymet Road
Chester, VA 23237
Mailing Address:
1901 Reymet Road, Richmond, VA 23237
Union Status: Union
SIC:3354
NAICS: 0
Inspection Type: Accident
Scope: Partial
Advanced Notice: N
Ownership: Private
Safety/Health: Safety
Close Conference: 08/15/1994
Planning Guide: Safety-Manufacturing
Emphasis:
Case Closed: 10/12/1994
| Type | Activity Nr | Safety | Health |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accident | 360300040 |
| Violations/Penalties | Serious | Willful | Repeat | Other | Unclass | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Initial Violations | 3 | 3 | ||||
| Current Violations | 3 | 3 | ||||
| Initial Penalty | $7,250 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $7,250 |
| Current Penalty | $7,250 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $7,250 |
| 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 | 510001 A | 09/26/1994 | 09/30/1994 | $5,000 | $5,000 | $0 | - | ||
| 2. | 01002 | Serious | 19100178 M05 III | 09/26/1994 | 09/30/1994 | $1,125 | $1,125 | $0 | - | ||
| 3. | 01003 | Serious | 19100212 A05 | 09/26/1994 | 09/30/1994 | $1,125 | $1,125 | $0 | - |
Investigation Summary
A high-pressure hydraulic oil line on an aluminum extrusion press ruptured, sending oil approximately 50 feet to another press. The oil mist ignited and a fire ensued, engulfing four employees. Employees #1 and #2 were admitted to the hospital in critical condition and Employees #3 and #4 received minor treatment and returned to work that same day. Employee #1 was critically burned and died on April 11, 1994 as a result of his injuries.
Keywords: BURN, FLAMMABLE VAPORS, FIRE, HYDRAULIC LINE, OIL LINE, RUPTURE, HIGH PRESSURE, PRESS
| # | Inspection | Age | Sex | Degree of Injury | Nature of Injury | Occupation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 123664864 | Fatality | Burn/Scald(Heat) | Molding and casting machine operators | ||
| 2 | 123664864 | Hospitalized injury | Burn/Scald(Heat) | Molding and casting machine operators | ||
| 3 | 123664864 | Non Hospitalized injury | Burn/Scald(Heat) | Molding and casting machine operators | ||
| 4 | 123664864 | Non Hospitalized injury | Burn/Scald(Heat) | Molding and casting machine operators |