Struck by falling object or equipment, n.e.c. · Amputations
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Beacon Cove Marina Inc., 36360 Jefferson Ave, HARRISON TOWNSHIP, MICHIGAN 48045
on — Amputations, affecting the toes(s), toenail(s).
Final narrative
An employee was loading bags of cement/asphalt onto a cart at Lowe's when a wheel on the cart broke. The cart collapsed onto the employee's foot, amputating a toe.
AmputationToes(s), toenail(s)Cart, dolly, hand truck-nonpowered
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