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A February 7, 2003, explosion and fire inside a vent collection system (VCS) at Technic Inc., in
Cranston, Rhode Island, critically injured one employee, who suffered permanent eye damage and
chemical burns to his face and upper body. Eighteen other employees were sent to the hospital for
medical evaluations, and the fire department evacuated the surrounding community. Facility operations
were interrupted for several weeks.
The explosion and fire were caused by a violent chemical reaction inside the vent collection system,
which was likely initiated when the employee tapped on a duct with a small hammer. The building where
the incident occurred housed several chemical processes that were connected to the ventilation system.
SuperUser Account submitted 2 years 121 days ago
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