February 3, 2015
CA · Metal/Non-Metal
maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech
STRIKING OR BUMPING
Elementis Specialties Inc · Struck against stationary object
Employee was coming down from a step ladder, and struck his elbow on the lip of a tank next to the ladder. Symptoms from the injury did not appear until approximately 48 hours. Diagnosis was soft tissue contusion with no fracture. Prescriptions were written for pain and swelling and the employee was placed on restricted duty.