PLAQUEMINE, LOUISIANA—
Turner Industries Group, LLC
Struck by propelled, falling, or suspended object unspecified · Fractures
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury at Turner Industries Group, LLC, 21255 LA Highway 1, PLAQUEMINE, LOUISIANA 70764 on — Fractures , affecting the Eye(s).
Final narrative
An employee was adjusting a 36'' pipe wrench when a cable supporting a piece of pipe caused it to move forward and strike his face. The employee sustained a laceration and fracture to left eye area.
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