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Fractures

1 hospitalization · 2024099023 · 9/26/2024 · Kirks Mobile Repair, LLC

Severity

Hospitalized
1
Amputation
0
Loss of eye
0
Body part
Skull
Nature of injury
Fractures

Cause

Event
Explosion of pressure vessel, piping, or tire
Source
Axles, suspensions
Secondary source
Secondary source not applicable

Employer

Name
Kirks Mobile Repair, LLC
Location
2998 STATE HWY 46, SEGUIN, TEXAS, 78155
NAICS
811111
Jurisdiction
1

Narrative

A mechanic finished replacing a suspension air bag on a semi-trailer. The mechanic was getting out from under the trailer when the air bag inflated and ruptured. The mechanic was struck in the face and hospitalized with a skull fracture and a laceration above his right eye.

Source

Authoritative
OSHA Severe Injury Reports
Machine
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