Jack-knifed or overturned, roadway · Internal injuries to organs and blood vessels of the trunk
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at KIEWIT Power Constructors, Co., 5564 Rockport Paradise Rd, DRAKESBORO, KENTUCKY 42337
on — Internal injuries to organs and blood vessels of the trunk, affecting the chest, except internal location of diseases or disorders.
Final narrative
An employee was driving a forklift, traveling to his next pick-up, when the road embankment gave way beneath his tires and caused the forklift to turn over. He broke nine ribs, punctured a lung, and lacerated his forehead and right elbow.
HospitalizedChest, except internal location of diseases or disordersForklift, order picker, platform truck-powered
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