Online Industrial Training – Garden City Ammonia Program

The Jose Mata Story

by on May.19, 2014, under News

Jose Mata arrived to his job on what he thought would be a normal day. He never could have guessed the events that would unfold. As he  worked a condenser nearby him failed and released almost 400 pounds of anhydrous ammonia completely engulfing his body in a dense gas cloud. He had only seconds to make the decisions that would save his life. Decisions he learned from years of training. This is a story you will never forget!

[youtube width=”480″ height=”320″]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pI0ZW156N88[/youtube]

Jose Mata’s story is a heart rending reality of just how quickly life can change. Having trained co-workers on-site and available to respond with immediate first aid care may have very well saved his life. These are true acts of heroism. The message of safety and the importance of training have never been more real. I’m inspired by the courage and bravery that Jose demonstrated while fighting these injuries and being strong for his family; and for allowing me (and so many others) the opportunity to learn and grow from his experiences.

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