On June 19, 1997, a 62-year old building service employee suffered a near syncope and uncontrolled hypertension during her routine work assignment.
Office of Environment, Health, Safety & Security
October 22, 1997
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October 22, 1997
An occupational illness at the Y-12 Site resulting in a five-day hospitalization was investigated. In conducting its investigation, the Type B Investigation Board (Board) held extensive interviews with employees, line management (chain of command), Medical and Safety and Health personnel; reviewed circumstances surrounding the illness and pertinent medical records; analyzed company policies and procedures; and examined a variety of work locations to determine the factors that contributed to the illness.