Heat tube from infrared heather fails allowing flame to burn uncontrollably
December 15, 2019
Gas
Reference Number:
II-16161-956289 (#16161)
Location: Prince George, BC
Regulated industry sector: Gas – natural gas system
Impact
Injury
Injuries: N/A
Injury description: N/A
Injury rating: N/A
Incident rating: Minor
Incident overview
The heat tube from an infrared radiant tube heater failed, allowing the flame to burn uncontrollably, igniting a plywood ceiling.