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Fractures

2 hospitalizations · 2018088657 · 8/22/2018 · American Pipeline and Construction, LLC

Severity

Hospitalized
2
Amputation
0
Loss of eye
0
Body part
Nonclassifiable
Nature of injury
Fractures

Cause

Event
Struck by dislodged flying object, particle
Source
Hoses
Secondary source
Oil drilling rigs and machinery

Employer

Name
American Pipeline and Construction, LLC
Location
6 Miles N. of Mentone, Loving County, County Rd. 300, MENTONE, TEXAS, 79754
NAICS
237120
Jurisdiction
1

Narrative

Three employees were performing maintenance on a pipeline by using a pig to clean the line when a hose connected to the pressurized line flew back and struck two employees. The air from the hose injured the third employee. Two of the employees were hospitalized with broken bones and abrasions.

Source

Authoritative
OSHA Severe Injury Reports
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