Struck by suspended or swinging objects n.e.c. · Fractures
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Inframark, LLC, 1500 S. Choctaw, CLAREMORE, OKLAHOMA 74017
on — Fractures , affecting the Other finger(s) n.e.c..
Final narrative
An employee was setting a rebuilt water pump using a forklift and a chain after inspecting the area where the pump was going to be placed. While the employee's right hand was on a nearby valve flange, the water pump shifted while in the air and struck the employee's right index finger, fracturing it. The employee was hospitalized and required surgery.
Hospitalized Other finger(s) n.e.c. Pumps except oil well
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