MADISON, ALABAMA—
Clem, Inc.
Explosion of pressure vessel, piping, or tire · Fractures
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury at Clem, Inc., 7907 Hwy 72, MADISON, ALABAMA 35758 on — Fractures, affecting the arm(s), unspecified.
Final narrative
An employee was filling a tire from a piece of farm equipment when the bead broke causing the tire to explode. The employee suffered two broken arms and facial injuries.
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