Ingestion of harmful substance · Traumatic injuries and disorders, n.e.c.
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Wal-Mart, 201 Old Elkhart Rd, PALESTINE, TEXAS 75801
on — Traumatic injuries and disorders, n.e.c., affecting the neck, except internal location of diseases or disorders.
Final narrative
An employee was using 2-inch, clear packaging tape to secure boxes on a pallet. He inhaled a small piece of the tape while cutting it by mouth, and the tape adhered to a portion of his mid-to-upper throat. He was admitted to the hospital and underwent treatment.
HospitalizedNeck, except internal location of diseases or disordersFasteners, n.e.c.
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