Pedestrian struck by vehicle backing up in nonroadway area · Fractures
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at FLOOR AND DECOR OUTLETS OF AMERICA INC. , 1974 High Ridge Road, BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA 33426
on — Fractures, affecting the toes(s), toenail(s).
Final narrative
An employee was helping a customer load merchandise into their vehicle. A forklift was backing up and crushed the employee's right foot. The employee suffered two fractured toes and required surgery.
HospitalizedToes(s), toenail(s)Forklift, order picker, platform truck-powered
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