ChampionX. LLC.
Exposure through intact skin, eyes, or other exposed tissue — Chemical burns and corrosions, unspecified — SCOTT, LOUISIANA
| Employer | ChampionX. LLC. | Report ID | 2022043282 |
| Address | 812 Renaud Drive | City, State ZIP | SCOTT, LOUISIANA 70583 |
| Event Date | April 14, 2022 | Outcome | Hospitalized |
| Nature of Injury | Chemical burns and corrosions, unspecified | Body Part | Multiple body parts, n.e.c. |
| Event Type | Exposure through intact skin, eyes, or other exposed tissue | Source of Injury | Toluene |
| Industry (NAICS) | 325199 | Inspection # | 1590709 |
| GPS Coordinates | 30.25000, -92.05000 | ||
Incident Narrative
An employee was blending a batch of chemicals, including toluene, in a 6,000-gallon vessel. He was exposed to the chemicals and suffered burns to the hands and face.
Incident Summary
On April 14, 2022, a worker at ChampionX. LLC. in SCOTT, LOUISIANA suffered chemical burns and corrosions, unspecified to the multiple body parts, n.e.c.. The incident was classified as exposure through intact skin, eyes, or other exposed tissue, with toluene identified as the source of injury. The worker was hospitalized.
Context
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