Waste Pro of Florida, Inc
Roadway noncollision incident, n.e.c. — Heat (thermal) burns, unspecified — HOLLYWOOD, FLORIDA
| Employer | Waste Pro of Florida, Inc | Report ID | 20211110204 |
| Address | 7600 Northwest 15 St | City, State ZIP | HOLLYWOOD, FLORIDA 33024 |
| Event Date | November 27, 2021 | Outcome | Hospitalized |
| Nature of Injury | Heat (thermal) burns, unspecified | Body Part | Multiple body parts, n.e.c. |
| Event Type | Roadway noncollision incident, n.e.c. | Source of Injury | Garbage, recycling, or refuse truck |
| Secondary Source | Lubricating greases, cutting oils | ||
| Industry (NAICS) | 562119 | Inspection # | — |
| GPS Coordinates | 26.02000, -80.24000 | ||
Incident Narrative
An employee was collecting garbage with an automated garbage truck. A hydraulic line ruptured and sprayed into the exhaust, igniting a fire. The employee sustained severe burns on her right arm, back, and face.
Incident Summary
On November 27, 2021, a worker at Waste Pro of Florida, Inc in HOLLYWOOD, FLORIDA suffered heat (thermal) burns, unspecified to the multiple body parts, n.e.c.. The incident was classified as roadway noncollision incident, n.e.c., with garbage, recycling, or refuse truck identified as the source of injury. The worker was hospitalized.
Context
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