Fall or jump from and struck by same vehicle in normal operation, nonroadway · Fractures
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at MASTERCORP INC., 2201 Roark Valley Rd., BRANSON, MISSOURI 65616
on — Fractures, affecting the arm(s), unspecified.
Final narrative
Two employees were traveling between buildings in a golf cart. Road conditions were wet and slippery from recent rainfall. The golf cart was traveling downhill, and the driver slammed on the brakes to stop the cart. The golf cart overturned, throwing the injured employee out. The cart landed partially on the employee, fracturing his left arm and injuring his shoulder. He was hospitalized for treatment. The injured employee was not wearing a seatbelt at the time.
HospitalizedArm(s), unspecifiedGolf cart, personnel transport cart
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