Stepped on object · Puncture wounds, except gunshot wounds
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Select Speciality Hospital Houston Heights, 1917 Ashland St., HOUSTON, TEXAS 77008
on — Puncture wounds, except gunshot wounds, affecting the heel(s).
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Final narrative
An employee was repairing a leaking water pump. The employee went to change into rubber boots when he stepped on a wheel wire brush. The wires from the brush punctured and broke off in his right heel, requiring surgical removal.
HospitalizedHeel(s)Brooms, mops, and other cleaning tools
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