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Report: Contact with hot objects or substances at Westlake Chemical in Plaquemine, Louisiana

DATE: 08/08/18

An employee was attempting to clear a plugged pipe when a 3/4 ” threaded nipple blew out, causing the contents of the line and flush water to strike the employee. He suffered thermal burns on his abdomen, hands, and arms.

Report ID 2018088098  
Date 08/08/2018  
UPA 1368884  
Primary NAICS 325211  
Nature 1520 Heat (thermal) burns, unspecified
Part of Body 899 Multiple body parts, n.e.c.
Source 9521 Water
Secondary Source 3797 Pumps
Event 533 Contact with hot objects or substances
Hospitalized Yes  
Amputation No  

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