Struck by rolling object or equipment being pushed by another person · Fractures
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at CONTINENTAL TIRE THE AMERICAS, LLC, 11525 N. ILLINOIS HIGHWAY 142, MOUNT VERNON, ILLINOIS 62846
on — Fractures, affecting the leg(s), unspecified.
Final narrative
On January 8, 2015, at approximately 8:40 PM, an employee's leg was caught between a tugger and rolling stock another employee was moving. The employee was taken to the hospital where he was admitted due to a possible fracture and swelling.
HospitalizedLeg(s), unspecifiedForklift, order picker, platform truck-powered
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