Metalplate Galvanizing, L.P.
Contact with hot objects or substances — Thermal burns degree unspecified — BIRMINGHAM, ALABAMA
| Employer | Metalplate Galvanizing, L.P. | Report ID | 20241110962 |
| Address | 1120 39th Street North | City, State ZIP | BIRMINGHAM, ALABAMA 35234 |
| Event Date | November 25, 2024 | Outcome | Hospitalized |
| Nature of Injury | Thermal burns degree unspecified | Body Part | Trunk and other upper extremities |
| Event Type | Contact with hot objects or substances | Source of Injury | Molten metal, slag |
| Secondary Source | Chains | ||
| Industry (NAICS) | 332812 | Inspection # | — |
| GPS Coordinates | 33.54000, -86.78000 | ||
Incident Narrative
On November 25, 2024, an employee was leading the galvanizing crew. A finished galvanized beam was exiting the kettle when the support chain broke, causing molten zinc to splash the employee. The employee sustained burns to his chest and left forearm area.
Incident Summary
On November 25, 2024, a worker at Metalplate Galvanizing, L.P. in BIRMINGHAM, ALABAMA suffered thermal burns degree unspecified to the trunk and other upper extremities. The incident was classified as contact with hot objects or substances, with molten metal, slag identified as the source of injury. The worker was hospitalized.
Context
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