# Fractures at APPLIED CERAMICS, INC.
> OSHA SIR `2015041696` · 4/2/2015 · DORAVILLE, GEORGIA
## Severity
- **1 hospitalization**
- **Body part:** Jaw, chin
- **Nature of injury:** Fractures
## Cause
- **Event:** Fall on same level, n.e.c.
- **Source:** Floor, n.e.c.
- **Secondary source:** Wrenches-nonpowered
## Employer
- **Name:** APPLIED CERAMICS, INC.
- **Location:** 5555 PLEASANTDALE RD, DORAVILLE, GEORGIA, 30340
- **NAICS:** 327125
- **Jurisdiction:** 1
## Narrative

An employee experienced a fractured mandible while attempting to loosen a bit on a stationary/mounted core drill.  The pipe wrench in use slipped, striking the employee in the face and causing her to fall and strike her forehead, hand, and thumb on nearby shelves and the floor.

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*Source: [OSHA Severe Injury Reports](https://www.osha.gov/severe-injury-reports) · MORVS · CC0 1.0*