HENAGAR, ALABAMA—
Koch Farms
Fall on same level, n.e.c. · Bruises, contusions
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury at Koch Farms, 226 Greenbriar Road, HENAGAR, ALABAMA 35978 on — Bruises, contusions, affecting the multiple body parts, n.e.c..
Final narrative
An employee was stacking plastic tubs and had a seizure. The employee fell to the floor striking his head and elbow causing contusions to both. The employee was hospitalized.
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