Other fall to lower level, unspecified · Soreness, pain, hurt-nonspecified injury
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Penske Logistics LLC, 13701 Mine Rd, LAREDO, TEXAS 78045
on — Soreness, pain, hurt-nonspecified injury, affecting the multiple body parts, n.e.c..
Final narrative
An employee stepping out of a scissor lift fell backwards and hit his head. He was hospitalized overnight with injuries to his head and neck, elbow, and ankle.
HospitalizedMultiple body parts, n.e.c.Aerial lifts, scissor lifts-except truck-mounted
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