Quantum Mechanical Services
Struck by suspended or swinging objects n.e.c. — Cuts, lacerations, punctures without injury to internal structures — ARANSAS PASS, TEXAS
| Employer | Quantum Mechanical Services | Report ID | 2025032164 |
| Address | 2103 Demory Ln | City, State ZIP | ARANSAS PASS, TEXAS 78336 |
| Event Date | March 6, 2025 | Outcome | Hospitalized |
| Nature of Injury | Cuts, lacerations, punctures without injury to internal structures | Body Part | Forearm(s) |
| Event Type | Struck by suspended or swinging objects n.e.c. | Source of Injury | Vehicle and machine parts unspecified |
| Secondary Source | Material and personnel handling machinery unspecified | ||
| Industry (NAICS) | 238220 | Inspection # | — |
| GPS Coordinates | 27.91000, -97.17000 | ||
Incident Narrative
An employee was on the ground lifting a sheet metal economizer (hood) weighing approximately 40 to 50 pounds to the roof of a school for installation on an HVAC unit. During the lift, the load shifted and struck the employee's right forearm, causing a severe laceration that required surgery.
Incident Summary
On March 6, 2025, a worker at Quantum Mechanical Services in ARANSAS PASS, TEXAS suffered cuts, lacerations, punctures without injury to internal structures to the forearm(s). The incident was classified as struck by suspended or swinging objects n.e.c., with vehicle and machine parts unspecified identified as the source of injury. The worker was hospitalized.
Context
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