EE was removing bearing of swing shaft cut bearing with torch, hit bearing with hammer. Sliver of steel flew off striking him in left thigh penetrating jeans and coveralls. He was taken to clinic. He was sent back to work no Meds/Restrictions/removal of piece. 11/15/13 piece of steel moved and was removed by clinic Fri 11/15/13. Informed 11/18/13 back to work No LTA/Restrictions.