Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Nestle Waters North America, 5482 Route 9W, NEWBURGH, NEW YORK 12550
on — Strains, affecting the back, including spine, spinal cord, unspecified.
Final narrative
An employee experienced back spasms and back strain while loading a hand truck with bottles of water.
HospitalizedBack, including spine, spinal cord, unspecifiedBottles, jugs, flasks
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