# Abrasions, scratches at TECT Power - Utica
> OSHA SIR `2016021710` · 2/24/2016 · WHITESBORO, NEW YORK
## Severity
- **1 hospitalization**
- **Body part:** Lower leg(s)
- **Nature of injury:** Abrasions, scratches
## Cause
- **Event:** Struck against stationary object or equipment, n.e.c.
- **Source:** Tanks, bins, vats-nonconfined space
## Employer
- **Name:** TECT Power - Utica
- **Location:** 8273 Halsey Road, WHITESBORO, NEW YORK, 13492
- **NAICS:** 336412
- **Jurisdiction:** 1
## Narrative

An employee was standing on the edge of a metal tub approximately 1 foot from floor level when his foot slipped off the tub, causing an abrasion to his lower left leg. His injury became infected and required hospitalization.

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