# Multiple surface and flesh wounds at Eco Blasting, Inc.
> OSHA SIR `2024109174` · 10/1/2024 · ATKINSON, NEBRASKA
## Severity
- **1 hospitalization**
- **Body part:** Head and neck
- **Nature of injury:** Multiple surface and flesh wounds
## Cause
- **Event:** Struck by discharged object or substance
- **Source:** Pressurized water blast
- **Secondary source:** Pressure washers
## Employer
- **Name:** Eco Blasting, Inc.
- **Location:** 87590 Hillcrest Road, ATKINSON, NEBRASKA, 68713
- **NAICS:** 561790
- **Jurisdiction:** 1
## Narrative

An employee was hydro blasting inside an evaporator. The tube became plugged with debris and the water pressure (20,000 psi) caused the tool to propel backward and out of his hands. The pressurized water contacted the employee and he sustained abrasions and lacerations to his neck, jawline, face, and head.

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