Whataburger
Fall on same level resulting in exposure or contact — Thermal burns degree unspecified — LAWTON, OKLAHOMA
| Employer | Whataburger | Report ID | 2024076547 |
| Address | 2201 NW Cache Rd | City, State ZIP | LAWTON, OKLAHOMA 73505 |
| Event Date | July 18, 2024 | Outcome | Hospitalized |
| Nature of Injury | Thermal burns degree unspecified | Body Part | Multiple body parts n.e.c. |
| Event Type | Fall on same level resulting in exposure or contact | Source of Injury | Other constructed surface |
| Secondary Source | Fats, oils, cooking greases | ||
| Industry (NAICS) | 722513 | Inspection # | 1764012 |
| GPS Coordinates | 34.62000, -98.46000 | ||
Incident Narrative
An employee was carrying old grease that was emptied from a fryer. He tripped and the hot grease spilled onto his right side, burning his torso, arm, and leg.
Incident Summary
On July 18, 2024, a worker at Whataburger in LAWTON, OKLAHOMA suffered thermal burns degree unspecified to the multiple body parts n.e.c.. The incident was classified as fall on same level resulting in exposure or contact, with other constructed surface identified as the source of injury. The worker was hospitalized.
Context
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