Other fall to lower level 16 to 20 feet · Fractures and other injuries, unspecified
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at GEORGIA WEB, INC., 5500 Quaker Road, WRENS, GEORGIA 30833
on — Fractures and other injuries, unspecified, affecting the multiple body parts, n.e.c..
Final narrative
An employee operating a boom lift truck was getting ready to change a light bulb on a pole. The truck tipped over, causing the employee to fall 20 feet to the ground. He suffered broken bones and internal injuries.
HospitalizedMultiple body parts, n.e.c.Boom truck, bucket or basket hoist truck
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