Abstract: On January 7, 2010, Employee #1 was attempting to start a backhoe loader by connecting the battery lead wire to the terminal. A coworker was turning the ignition. When the coworker turned the ignition over, the battery exploded, causing a fireball. The explosion enveloped Employee #1's head, neck and arms. After the explosion, Employee #1 splashed water on his face at the faucet outside the barn. The coworker drove Employee #1 to Gridley Memorial Hospital. Employee #1 was then taken to UC Davis Medical Center by ambulance, where he remained in the hospital for over 24 hours for multiple eye surgeries. Employee #1 had not returned to work after three months. Employee #1 was employed by Roger Biggs, a private employer who owns rental properties and land. The employer reported the accident to DOSH on January 11.