Struck by falling object or equipment, n.e.c. · Dislocation of joints
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at SMITHFIELD HOG PRODUCTION MISSOURI, BADGER 6, NEWTOWN, MISSOURI 64667
on — Dislocation of joints, affecting the knee(s).
Final narrative
An employee was pulling a carcass cart into the hallway when the cart tipped as it turned and landed on the employee's leg, dislocating her knee.
HospitalizedKnee(s)Cart, dolly, hand truck-nonpowered
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