# Fractures at Alsip Minimill, LLC
> OSHA SIR `2016032581` · 3/28/2016 · ALSIP, ILLINOIS
## Severity
- **1 hospitalization**
- **Body part:** Wrist(s)
- **Nature of injury:** Fractures
## Cause
- **Event:** Compressed or pinched by shifting objects or equipment
- **Source:** Valves, nozzles
## Employer
- **Name:** Alsip Minimill, LLC
- **Location:** 13101 South Pulaski, ALSIP, ILLINOIS, 60803
- **NAICS:** 322121
- **Jurisdiction:** 1
## Narrative

An employee was troubleshooting a broken valve when the valve opened, causing a wrist fracture. The employee was hospitalized for surgery.

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