# Fractures at BASIC ENERGY SERVICES
> OSHA SIR `2018088914` · 8/28/2018 · BIG WELLS, TEXAS
## Severity
- **1 hospitalization**
- **Body part:** Leg(s), unspecified
- **Nature of injury:** Fractures
## Cause
- **Event:** Struck by object or equipment, unspecified
- **Source:** Machine and appliance parts, n.e.c.
- **Secondary source:** Oil drilling rigs and machinery
## Employer
- **Name:** BASIC ENERGY SERVICES
- **Location:** DHW Well Service Baty #1, BIG WELLS, TEXAS, 78830
- **NAICS:** 213112
- **Jurisdiction:** 1
## Narrative

An employee was part of a crew that was attempting to remove a Christmas tree from a well head when a high-pressure release and blowout occurred. The Christmas tree fell on and broke the employee's leg, requiring hospitalization.

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