# Thermal burns  degree unspecified at Rich Ice Cream Co.
> OSHA SIR `2024098427` · 9/11/2024 · WEST PALM BEACH, FLORIDA
## Severity
- **1 hospitalization**
- **Body part:** Ears and facial region  unspecified
- **Nature of injury:** Thermal burns  degree unspecified
## Cause
- **Event:** Struck by discharged object or substance
- **Source:** Water, liquids nonchemical
- **Secondary source:** Pipes, ducts, tubing  unspecified
## Employer
- **Name:** Rich Ice Cream Co.
- **Location:** 2915 S. DIXIE HWY., WEST PALM BEACH, FLORIDA, 33405
- **NAICS:** 311520
- **Jurisdiction:** 1
## Narrative

An employee was changing pipes to run a clean-in-lace (CIP) circuit. When he loosened the clamp on the jumper at the flow panel, the pressure unexpectedly released, spraying hot water mixed with peroxyacetic acid directly in their face. The employee sustained a severe chemical burn to the face, eyes, and arms and was hospitalized.

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