Nonroadway collision with other vehicle, unspecified · Fractures
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at New Albertson's, Inc., 1955 W. North Ave, MELROSE PARK, ILLINOIS 60160
on — Fractures, affecting the toes(s), toenail(s).
Final narrative
An employee was injured when the PIV he was operating collided with another PIV in a cross section between the aisles. The employee injured his left foot and suffered multiple broken toes.
HospitalizedToes(s), toenail(s)Industrial vehicle, material hauling and transport-powered, unspecified
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