Struck by discharged or flying object, unspecified · Fractures and burns
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Adler Hot Oil Service, LLC, Enerplus Metals Pad, WATFORD CITY, NORTH DAKOTA 58854
on — Fractures and burns, affecting the multiple body parts, n.e.c..
Final narrative
An employee was steaming out a line when a candy cane propelled out of the tank, striking the employee in the head and hands. The employee suffered a facial cut, facial burns, and a broken hand.
HospitalizedMultiple body parts, n.e.c.Nonclassifiable
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