Digest of COSHAB-ALJ's decision dated July 11, 1977, Docket No. 76-R4D3-585. Marilyn L. Nelson, Administrative Law Judge.
For App: James Fernandes and Stanley Roller, Attorneys. For DISH: Robert G. Boyle, CSE.
Exposure to the Hazard, Contractor Not Responsible for Employees of Subcontractor.
Appellant employed a construction firm to perform work at its facility. An employee of the construction firm was blinded by 600[degrees] Fahrenheit oil when a pipe ruptured near where he was working. A great deal of testimony was presented relative to whether or not the pipe burst from metal fatigue, improper design, or from being stepped on by the injured emp
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