# Cuts and abrasions or bruises at Earl W Colvard, Inc
> OSHA SIR `20221210687` · 12/8/2022 · TAMPA, FLORIDA
## Severity
- **1 hospitalization**
- **Body part:** Multiple body parts, n.e.c.
- **Nature of injury:** Cuts and abrasions or bruises
## Cause
- **Event:** Explosion of pressure vessel, piping, or tire
- **Source:** Tires, except bike
## Employer
- **Name:** Earl W Colvard, Inc
- **Location:** 6815 Adamo Dr., TAMPA, FLORIDA, 33690
- **NAICS:** 441320
- **Jurisdiction:** 1
## Narrative

An employee was injured by a tire exploding. The employee sustained a contusion to right forearm and abdominal area as well as lacerations.

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