A production employee was going to switch pumps at the sulfuric acid system. He put his chemical gloves on, but did not put his chemical suit and face shield on. When he switched to the backup pump, acid sprayed from a weakened connection on the pump and caused several small burns to his back. He was prescribed an antibiotic to ward off infection.
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November 9, 2007
GA · Metal/Non-Metal
prep plant foreman, supervisor, mill plant supervisor, kiln supervisor
EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE
J M Huber Corporation · Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances
July 19, 1988
SC · Metal/Non-Metal
mine manager, mine foreman, mine owner
EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE
J M Huber Corp · Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances
A CONTRACTOR'S TRUCK WAS UNLOADING SULFURIC ACID AND THE HOSE RUPTURED EMPLOYEE ATTEMPTED TO TURN OFF AIR SUPPLY VALVE AND WAS EXPOSED TO ACID MIST.
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