ORLA, TEXAS—
Precision Drilling
Struck by falling object or equipment, unspecified · Fractures
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury at Precision Drilling, Rig 559, ORLA, TEXAS 79770 on — Fractures, affecting the chest, except internal location of diseases or disorders.
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Final narrative
On or about 19 July 2015, at approximately 1600 hours, an employee of Precision Drilling was lowering a roof over the mud tanks area during rigging down procedures. The roof fell on top of him, fracturing his ribs. He was hospitalized.
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