# Cuts, lacerations, punctures without injury to internal structures at Chamberlin Roofing & Waterproofing
> OSHA SIR `2024053994` · 5/7/2024 · HOUSTON, TEXAS
## Severity
- **1 hospitalization**
- **Body part:** Other finger(s)  n.e.c.
- **Nature of injury:** Cuts, lacerations, punctures without injury to internal structures
## Cause
- **Event:** Struck by discharged object or substance
- **Source:** Adhesives, sealants, paints  unspecified
- **Secondary source:** Pressure washers
## Employer
- **Name:** Chamberlin Roofing & Waterproofing
- **Location:** Petro Park Dr., HOUSTON, TEXAS, 77041
- **NAICS:** 238160
- **Jurisdiction:** 1
## Narrative

An employee was adjusting the tip of the spray nozzle of a silicone pressure washer when pressurized silicone was released and injected into his left index finger. He was hospitalized and required surgery.

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