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Biotech Solutions, Inc.

Struck by dislodged flying object, particle — Fractures — LOUISVILLE, COLORADO

HOSPITALIZED — Worker hospitalized after incident at Biotech Solutions, Inc. in LOUISVILLE, COLORADO
Employer Biotech Solutions, Inc. Report ID 20221110070
Address 910 West Cherry Avenue City, State ZIP LOUISVILLE, COLORADO 80027
Event Date November 15, 2022 Outcome Hospitalized
Nature of Injury Fractures Body Part Face, unspecified
Event Type Struck by dislodged flying object, particle Source of Injury Hoses
Industry (NAICS) 238220 Inspection # —
GPS Coordinates 39.96000, -105.14000

Incident Narrative

On November 16, 2022, an employee was preparing to use a hydro-jetting machine that was frozen. The employee removed the nozzle and placed the hose on the floor to begin unblocking the hose. Upon turning on the machine, a pressure buildup in the hose released and the hose struck the employee's face. He sustained facial fractures and was hospitalized.

Incident Summary

On November 15, 2022, a worker at Biotech Solutions, Inc. in LOUISVILLE, COLORADO suffered fractures to the face, unspecified. The incident was classified as struck by dislodged flying object, particle, with hoses identified as the source of injury. The worker was hospitalized.

Context

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