Overexertion in lifting-multiple episodes · Pinched nerve
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Waste Pro, 1027 Overdrive Circle, HERNANDO, FLORIDA 34442
on — Pinched nerve , affecting the back, including spine, spinal cord, unspecified.
Final narrative
While working on his route, an employee felt intense pain in his back, going down to the back of his legs. He was hospitalized with a pinched nerve in his back.
HospitalizedBack, including spine, spinal cord, unspecifiedTrash, garbage
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