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November 27, 2009 ID · Metal/Non-Metal warehouseman, bagger, palletizer/stacker, store keeper, packager, fabricator, cleaning plant operator IGNITION OR EXPLOSION OF GAS OR DUST
Treasure Canyon Calcium Co Inc · Contact with hot objects or substances

While lighting a used oil furnace to heat the shop, a flash of fire occurred which caused 1st degree burns to the face (no damage to eyes or lungs) and 2nd degree burns to the right hand. Victim was taken to the emergency room, treated, and released to go home.

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