# Multiple surface wounds and bruises at North 40 Outfitters
> OSHA SIR `2016021271` · 2/10/2016 · GREAT FALLS, MONTANA
## Severity
- **1 hospitalization**
- **Body part:** Nonclassifiable
- **Nature of injury:** Multiple surface wounds and bruises
## Cause
- **Event:** Struck by falling object or equipment, n.e.c.
- **Source:** Fences, fence panels, gates, n.e.c.
## Employer
- **Name:** North 40 Outfitters
- **Location:** 4400 10th Ave. S., GREAT FALLS, MONTANA, 59405
- **NAICS:** 453998
- **Jurisdiction:** 1
## Narrative

An employee was taking straps off a loaded flatbed. A load of metal cattle panels shifted when the tie-down straps were removed, causing metal panels to fall on the employee. The employee suffered scratches and bruises.

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