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Fractures

1 hospitalization · 2015041696 · 4/2/2015 · APPLIED CERAMICS, INC.

Severity

Hospitalized
1
Amputation
0
Loss of eye
0
Body part
Jaw, chin
Nature of injury
Fractures

Cause

Event
Fall on same level, n.e.c.
Source
Floor, n.e.c.
Secondary source
Wrenches-nonpowered

Employer

Name
APPLIED CERAMICS, INC.
Location
5555 PLEASANTDALE RD, DORAVILLE, GEORGIA, 30340
NAICS
327125
Jurisdiction
1

Narrative

An employee experienced a fractured mandible while attempting to loosen a bit on a stationary/mounted core drill. The pipe wrench in use slipped, striking the employee in the face and causing her to fall and strike her forehead, hand, and thumb on nearby shelves and the floor.

Source

Authoritative
OSHA Severe Injury Reports
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