PSC Industrial Outsourcing, LLC
Struck by discharged object or substance — Fractures — OREGON, OHIO
| Employer | PSC Industrial Outsourcing, LLC | Report ID | 2016065111 |
| Address | 4001 Cedar Point Rd. | City, State ZIP | OREGON, OHIO 43616 |
| Event Date | June 9, 2016 | Outcome | Hospitalized |
| Nature of Injury | Fractures | Body Part | Multiple trunk locations |
| Event Type | Struck by discharged object or substance | Source of Injury | Pressurized water-blast |
| Secondary Source | Hydrants | ||
| Industry (NAICS) | 562998 | Inspection # | 1155728 |
| GPS Coordinates | 41.67000, -83.44000 | ||
Incident Narrative
On June 9, 2016, an employee was directed to connect a hose to a fire hydrant. The hydrant was charged. When the employee opened it, the employee was struck by high-pressure water and/or tools. The employee suffered a fractured pelvis and broken rib(s).
Incident Summary
On June 9, 2016, a worker at PSC Industrial Outsourcing, LLC in OREGON, OHIO suffered fractures to the multiple trunk locations. The incident was classified as struck by discharged object or substance, with pressurized water-blast identified as the source of injury. The worker was hospitalized.
Context
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