# Concussions at Paint Valley Equipment
> OSHA SIR `2023109693` · 10/20/2023 · MILLERSBURG, OHIO
## Severity
- **1 hospitalization**
- **Body part:** Brain
- **Nature of injury:** Concussions
## Cause
- **Event:** Struck by dislodged flying object, particle
- **Source:** Tool parts, accessories, n.e.c.
- **Secondary source:** Sledges, sledgehammers
## Employer
- **Name:** Paint Valley Equipment
- **Location:** 10550 TR 262, MILLERSBURG, OHIO, 44654
- **NAICS:** 333120
- **Jurisdiction:** 1
## Narrative

An employee was swinging a hammer when the head of the hammer came off and struck the employee's head. The employee sustained a concussion and contusions.

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