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Inspection Detail
Inspection: 1550697.015 - Libertas Copper, Llc
Inspection Information - Office: Pittsburgh Area Office
Site Address:
Libertas Copper, Llc
100 Washington Street
Leetsdale, PA 15056
Mailing Address:
100 Washington Street, Leetsdale, PA 15056
Union Status: NonUnion
SIC:
NAICS: 331420
Inspection Type: Referral
Scope: Partial
Advanced Notice: N
Ownership: Private
Safety/Health: Health
Close Conference: 08/31/2021
Emphasis:
Case Closed: 01/13/2022
| Type | Activity Nr | Safety | Health |
|---|---|---|---|
| Referral | 1803390 | Yes |
Investigation Summary
At 12:10 p.m. on August 22, 2021, an employee working as a casting assistant for a copper plant was working in the casting area of the facility. The employee was sweating profusely and reported cramping and feeling lightheaded. The employer called an ambulance. The employee has diabetes, high blood pressure and heart disease and is taking medications that can lead to dehydration. The employee was hospitalized to treat acute kidney injury due to dehydration.
Keywords: Cardiovasc Disease, Cardiovasc System, Caster, Casting, Cramp, Dehydration, Diabetes, Dizziness, Heat Exhaustion, Heat index, Heat-related illness , High Blood Pressure, High Temperature, Kidney, Medical Condition, Medical History, Medication, Muscle cramps , Preexisting Condition, Sweat, Temperature, Underlying Medical Condition
| # | Inspection | Age | Sex | Degree of Injury | Nature of Injury | Occupation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1550697.015 | 33 | M | Hospitalized injury | Hand molding, casting, and forming occupations |