# Thermal burns  degree unspecified at Double J Pipe & Supply
> OSHA SIR `2024088010` · 8/28/2024 · GRAFORD, TEXAS
## Severity
- **1 hospitalization**
- **Body part:** Multiple body parts  n.e.c.
- **Nature of injury:** Thermal burns  degree unspecified
## Cause
- **Event:** Explosion of nonpressurized vapors, gases, or liquids
- **Source:** Tanks, bins, vats  except confined space
- **Secondary source:** Petroleum and coal products  unspecified
## Employer
- **Name:** Double J Pipe & Supply
- **Location:** Hickman 4 Well, GRAFORD, TEXAS, 76449
- **NAICS:** 237120
- **Jurisdiction:** 1
## Narrative

Three employees were removing a cover from an oil well storage tank. Some of the bolts were corroded, so the employees used an electric grinder to remove the bolts. Sparks from the grinding wheel ignited liquid/fumes inside the tank, causing the tank to explode. One employee received severe burns to over 70% of their body.

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*Source: [OSHA Severe Injury Reports](https://www.osha.gov/severe-injury-reports) · MORVS · CC0 1.0*