Skyworks, LLC
Struck by dislodged flying object, particle — Swelling, inflammation, irritation-nonspecified injury — PERRYSBURG, OHIO
| Employer | Skyworks, LLC | Report ID | 2021087358 |
| Address | 26501 Baker Drive | City, State ZIP | PERRYSBURG, OHIO 43551 |
| Event Date | August 27, 2021 | Outcome | Hospitalized |
| Nature of Injury | Swelling, inflammation, irritation-nonspecified injury | Body Part | Eye(s) |
| Event Type | Struck by dislodged flying object, particle | Source of Injury | Metal chips, particles |
| Secondary Source | Skid steer loaders, mini loaders | ||
| Industry (NAICS) | 238910 | Inspection # | — |
| GPS Coordinates | 41.53000, -83.46000 | ||
Incident Narrative
On August 27, 2021, an employee was using a hammer to tap a sprocket on the tracks of a skid steer. A metal flake hit the employee's face. The employee suffered a temporary loss of sight in the left eye and was hospitalized.
Incident Summary
On August 27, 2021, a worker at Skyworks, LLC in PERRYSBURG, OHIO suffered swelling, inflammation, irritation-nonspecified injury to the eye(s). The incident was classified as struck by dislodged flying object, particle, with metal chips, particles identified as the source of injury. The worker was hospitalized.
Context
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