Struck by falling object or equipment, n.e.c. · Fractures and dislocations
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at INTERNATIONAL SHIPBREAKING LIMITED, LLC, 18501 R.L. OSTOS ROAD, BROWNSVILLE, TEXAS 78521
on — Fractures and dislocations, affecting the multiple pelvic region locations.
Final narrative
An employee was closing a gate when the gate became unhinged and fell on him. He was hospitalized and underwent surgery for a fractured pelvis and dislocated hip.
HospitalizedMultiple pelvic region locationsGates
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