Pedestrian struck by vehicle in nonroadway area, unspecified · Fractures
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Hardwood Speciality Products , 7885 Northcourt Road , HOUSTON, TEXAS 77040
on — Fractures, affecting the foot (feet) and ankle(s).
Final narrative
An employee was discussing delivery orders with a forklift operator when the forklift operator ran over the employee's foot and ankle. The employee's right ankle and foot broke, and the pinky and fourth toes were crushed.
HospitalizedFoot (feet) and ankle(s)Forklift, order picker, platform truck-powered
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