Struck by discharged object or substance · Internal injuries to organs and blood vessels of the trunk
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Calcasieu Rentals Inc, Client Well Site (wooded area), REEVES, LOUISIANA 70658
on , Internal injuries to organs and blood vessels of the trunk, affecting the chest, except internal location of diseases or disorders.
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Final narrative
An employee was hauling a load of salt water to an oil well to be pumped into the well. The truck hose was connected to the well. When a valve was opened on the truck, the pressure blew the aluminum hatch off the truck and it struck the employee. The employee was hospitalized for head and shoulder injuries as well as a punctured lung.
HospitalizedChest, except internal location of diseases or disordersVehicle and mobile equipment parts, n.e.c.