Pedal cycle collision in roadway · Multiple surface wounds and bruises
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Motivate International Ink., Halsted and Willow, CHICAGO, ILLINOIS 60606
on — Multiple surface wounds and bruises, affecting the upper and lower limb(s).
Final narrative
While driving a work bicycle, an employee was struck by a moving vehicle, suffering bruises and scrapes on the legs, shoulders, and arms.
HospitalizedUpper and lower limb(s)Bicycle, pedal cycle
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