Resolute FP US Inc.
Ignition of vapors, gases, or liquids — Second degree heat (thermal) burns — COOSA PINES, ALABAMA
| Employer | Resolute FP US Inc. | Report ID | 2016053697 |
| Address | 17589 Plant Road | City, State ZIP | COOSA PINES, ALABAMA 35044 |
| Event Date | May 2, 2016 | Outcome | Hospitalized |
| Nature of Injury | Second degree heat (thermal) burns | Body Part | Multiple body parts, n.e.c. |
| Event Type | Ignition of vapors, gases, or liquids | Source of Injury | Coal, natural gas, petroleum fuels and products, unspecified |
| Secondary Source | Kilns | ||
| Industry (NAICS) | 322110 | Inspection # | — |
| GPS Coordinates | 33.25000, -86.34000 | ||
Incident Narrative
The lime kiln flashed and an employee received second degree burns to the face, arms, and legs.
Incident Summary
On May 2, 2016, a worker at Resolute FP US Inc. in COOSA PINES, ALABAMA suffered second degree heat (thermal) burns to the multiple body parts, n.e.c.. The incident was classified as ignition of vapors, gases, or liquids, with coal, natural gas, petroleum fuels and products, unspecified identified as the source of injury. The worker was hospitalized.
Context
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