Injured by slipping or swinging object held by injured worker · Cuts, lacerations
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Osburn Contractors LLC, Blue Springs Blvd, GEORGETOWN, TEXAS 78626
on — Cuts, lacerations, affecting the multiple body parts, n.e.c..
Final narrative
An employee was trimming the excess concrete around a door frame for a tilt wall with a concrete saw. The saw caught on something, kicked back, and struck the employee, causing an 11-inch laceration starting high on the left side of his neck and traveling down his body at an angle.
HospitalizedMultiple body parts, n.e.c.Saws-powered, except chainsaws
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