Builders First Source
Struck by dislodged flying object, particle — Fractures — CONROE, TEXAS
| Employer | Builders First Source | Report ID | 2019054596 |
| Address | 15543 I 45S | City, State ZIP | CONROE, TEXAS 77385 |
| Event Date | May 6, 2019 | Outcome | Hospitalized |
| Nature of Injury | Fractures | Body Part | Multiple mouth locations |
| Event Type | Struck by dislodged flying object, particle | Source of Injury | Drums, pulleys, sheaves |
| Secondary Source | Semi, tractor-trailer, tanker truck | ||
| Industry (NAICS) | 236220 | Inspection # | — |
| GPS Coordinates | 30.22000, -95.45000 | ||
Incident Narrative
A driver was tightening a strap on his trailer to secure a load. The ratchet came loose and flew off the trailer hitting the driver in the mouth. The driver sustained an injured lip, broken mouth, and broken teeth.
Incident Summary
On May 6, 2019, a worker at Builders First Source in CONROE, TEXAS suffered fractures to the multiple mouth locations. The incident was classified as struck by dislodged flying object, particle, with drums, pulleys, sheaves identified as the source of injury. The worker was hospitalized.
Context
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