Caught between rolling powered vehicle and other object · Bruises, contusions
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Allied Waste Services of North America LLC, 98 Weaver ST, BUFFALO, NEW YORK 14206
on — Bruises, contusions, affecting the upper and lower limb(s).
Final narrative
An employee exited the cab of a garbage truck. The truck was not in park at the time. When the employee attempted to re-enter the truck cab, the truck crashed into two cars and a building. The employee suffered bruises/contusions to the arms and legs, as well as a pelvic injury.
HospitalizedUpper and lower limb(s)Garbage, recycling, or refuse truck
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