Elringklinger USA, Inc.
Fall on same level, n.e.c. — Fractures — BUFORD, GEORGIA
| Employer | Elringklinger USA, Inc. | Report ID | 2022021143 |
| Address | 4961 Golden Parkway | City, State ZIP | BUFORD, GEORGIA 30518 |
| Event Date | February 7, 2022 | Outcome | Hospitalized |
| Nature of Injury | Fractures | Body Part | Elbow(s) |
| Event Type | Fall on same level, n.e.c. | Source of Injury | Floor, n.e.c. |
| Industry (NAICS) | 336370 | Inspection # | 1578765 |
| GPS Coordinates | 34.14000, -83.94000 | ||
Incident Narrative
An employee was setting up a metal stamping press. While removing the old mold, he lost balance and fell. He stuck his arm out to break the fall and his elbow hit the tool rail. The employee sustained a fractured right elbow, requiring hospitalization and surgery.
Incident Summary
On February 7, 2022, a worker at Elringklinger USA, Inc. in BUFORD, GEORGIA suffered fractures to the elbow(s). The incident was classified as fall on same level, n.e.c., with floor, n.e.c. identified as the source of injury. The worker was hospitalized.
Context
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