Struck or run over by rolling powered vehicle · Fractures
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Dr. Pepper Snapple Group, 4518 Seguin Rd., SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS 78219
on — Fractures, affecting the ankle(s).
Final narrative
An employee was on a walkie rider and approaching another walkie rider. The employee stepped off before the unit came to a complete stop and a foot was caught between the two units resulting in a broken ankle.
HospitalizedAnkle(s)Forklift, order picker, platform truck-powered
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