# Cuts, lacerations at 2M-Tek Inc
> OSHA SIR `2016054820` · 5/31/2016 · LAFAYETTE, LOUISIANA
## Severity
- **2 hospitalizations**
- **Body part:** Lower leg(s)
- **Nature of injury:** Cuts, lacerations
## Cause
- **Event:** Struck by dislodged flying object, particle
- **Source:** Hoses
## Employer
- **Name:** 2M-Tek Inc
- **Location:** 205 Marcon Drive, LAFAYETTE, LOUISIANA, 70507
- **NAICS:** 213112
- **Jurisdiction:** 1
## Narrative

A hydraulic hose/fitting separated from the hydraulic cylinder to which it was attached. In doing so, the fitting that parted from the hose struck one employee just below the left knee causing a laceration. The protective sleeve that slides over the fitting connection, struck another employee in the abdomen causing a contusion.

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