Pedal cycle incident, n.e.c · Traumatic injuries and disorders, unspecified
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Berkshire East Ski Resort, LLC, 66 Thunder Mountain Street., CHARLEMONT, MASSACHUSETTS 01339
on — Traumatic injuries and disorders, unspecified, affecting the nonclassifiable.
Final narrative
On or about May 16, 2016, an employee was riding a mountain bike on a bike trail when he hit a jump and fell onto his bike. He was hospitalized and required surgery for possible internal injuries.
HospitalizedNonclassifiableBicycle, pedal cycle
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