Inspection Detail
Inspection: 1238612.015 - Western Virginia Water Authority
Inspection Information - Office: Va-E-Roanoke (Regional Office) -Health 0355123
Site Address:
Western Virginia Water Authority
209 Shenandoah Avenue Sewer Line Project
Roanoke, VA 24011
Mailing Address:
601 South Jefferson Street Suite 210, Roanoke, VA 24011
Union Status: NonUnion
SIC:
NAICS: 237110/Water and Sewer Line and Related Structures Construction
Inspection Type: Referral
Scope: Partial
Advanced Notice: N
Ownership: LocalGovt
Safety/Health: Health
Close Conference: 06/09/2017
Emphasis:
Case Closed: 06/30/2017
Type | Activity Nr | Safety | Health |
---|---|---|---|
Referral | 1228175 | Yes |
Investigation Summary
At 12:30 a.m. on June 8, 2017, Employee #1, employed by an area water and sewer authority, was troubleshooting a sewer pump. He removed the discharge hose from the pump, and hot sewer water ejected, striking the employee. Emergency services were called, and Employee #1 was transported to the hospital. He was admitted and treated for burns to 19 percent of his body.
Keywords: Burn, Construction, Flowing Material, Hose, Hot Water, Pump, Sewer, Struck By
# | Inspection | Age | Sex | Degree of Injury | Nature of Injury | Occupation |
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1 | 1238612.015 | 56 | M | Hospitalized injury | Supervisors, general office |