Munters Corporation
Struck by discharged object or substance — Fractures — SELMA, TEXAS
| Employer | Munters Corporation | Report ID | 20221110012 |
| Address | 16900 Jordan Road | City, State ZIP | SELMA, TEXAS 78154 |
| Event Date | November 14, 2022 | Outcome | Hospitalized |
| Nature of Injury | Fractures | Body Part | Multiple body parts, n.e.c. |
| Event Type | Struck by discharged object or substance | Source of Injury | Clamps, couplings |
| Secondary Source | Pressure lines, except hoses | ||
| Industry (NAICS) | 333415 | Inspection # | 1635028 |
| GPS Coordinates | 29.59000, -98.30000 | ||
Incident Narrative
An employee was working in the condensation department where coils are built. The employee pressure tested a coil when the copper pipe connection released and struck the employee in the hand and jaw, resulting in fractures.
Incident Summary
On November 14, 2022, a worker at Munters Corporation in SELMA, TEXAS suffered fractures to the multiple body parts, n.e.c.. The incident was classified as struck by discharged object or substance, with clamps, couplings identified as the source of injury. The worker was hospitalized.
Context
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