Caught in running equipment or machinery during maintenance, cleaning · Fractures
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Liberty Tire Recycling, LLC, 9675 Range Line Rd, PORT SAINT LUCIE, FLORIDA 34987
on — Fractures, affecting the forearm(s).
Final narrative
On or about 1/5/15, at 7:45 AM, an employee supervising the first shift noticed material buildup in the conveyor and decided to clean it. She got caught in one of the belt conveyors, breaking both her bones from her forearm.
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