Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Spiradrill, 112 Farm to Market Road 153, SMITHVILLE, TEXAS 78957
on , Puncture wounds, except gunshot wounds, affecting the abdomen, except internal location of diseases or disorders.
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Final narrative
An employee was using a hydraulic press to repair a hydraulic tool that was stuck in the open position. Upon adding downward pressure from the hydraulic press, the tool's hydraulic quick coupler broke and released the ball bearing inside the coupler. The ball bearing struck the employee in the abdomen, resulting in lacerations and abrasions. The ball bearing also penetrated the employee's abdomen.
HospitalizedAbdomen, except internal location of diseases or disordersMachine and appliance parts, n.e.c.