# Traumatic injuries and disorders, n.e.c. at XPO Logistics
> OSHA SIR `2017065788` · 6/23/2017 · COLORADO SPRINGS, COLORADO
## Severity
- **1 hospitalization**
- **Body part:** Upper arm(s)
- **Nature of injury:** Traumatic injuries and disorders, n.e.c.
## Cause
- **Event:** Overexertion involving outside sources, unspecified
- **Source:** Semi, tractor-trailer, tanker truck
## Employer
- **Name:** XPO Logistics
- **Location:** 945 Conrad St., COLORADO SPRINGS, COLORADO, 80915
- **NAICS:** 541614
- **Jurisdiction:** 1
## Narrative

An employee was disconnecting his truck trailer and pulled the fifth wheel handle. When the handle released, his right arm jerked back and popped. He suffered a torn muscle in his upper right arm and developed compartment syndrome, requiring surgery and hospitalization.

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