Struck by falling object or equipment, n.e.c. · Open wounds, unspecified
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at C. Terry Hunt Industries Inc., 5426 Inner Perimeter Road , VALDOSTA, GEORGIA 31601
on — Open wounds, unspecified, affecting the head, unspecified.
Final narrative
An employee was monitoring a welding heat prep operation for a large drum shell that was braced for support. The drum expanded during heating, and the brace failed and struck the employee, who fell to the concrete floor. The employee suffered a head injury requiring stitches and hospitalization.
HospitalizedHead, unspecifiedParts and materials, unspecified
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