AGDS
Struck by discharged object or substance — Traumatic injuries or exposures unspecified — THOMASVILLE, GEORGIA
| Employer | AGDS | Report ID | 2024075902 |
| Address | 121 industrial blvd | City, State ZIP | THOMASVILLE, GEORGIA 31792 |
| Event Date | July 1, 2024 | Outcome | Hospitalized |
| Nature of Injury | Traumatic injuries or exposures unspecified | Body Part | Chest unspecified |
| Event Type | Struck by discharged object or substance | Source of Injury | Machine and tool parts, accessories n.e.c. |
| Secondary Source | Other metal, wood, and special material machinery n.e.c. | ||
| Industry (NAICS) | 332311 | Inspection # | — |
| GPS Coordinates | 30.82000, -83.99000 | ||
Incident Narrative
An employee was changing the blades on an ironworker machine when the blades contacted each other and exploded, striking the employee's chest and causing injury.
Incident Summary
On July 1, 2024, a worker at AGDS in THOMASVILLE, GEORGIA suffered traumatic injuries or exposures unspecified to the chest unspecified. The incident was classified as struck by discharged object or substance, with machine and tool parts, accessories n.e.c. identified as the source of injury. The worker was hospitalized.
Context
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