Struck by dislodged or detached object(s) · Fractures
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at NBL Services, LLC, CR889 & CR137, GEORGE WEST, TEXAS 78022
on — Fractures , affecting the Part of body unspecified.
Final narrative
An employee was cleaning out pipe from a 1500-foot hold. The employee was next to the operation area when one of the cables supporting the drilling rig snapped and struck their face. They sustained broken bones, cuts, contusions, and back injuries. The employee was hospitalized and required surgery.
Hospitalized Part of body unspecified Wire, cables nonelectrified
Mining operation
This is a mining-sector employer (NAICS 212291). For MSHA mine-safety and violation records for this operator, see miningincidents.org →
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