Overexertion in lifting-single episode · Hernias due to traumatic incidents
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Giant Eagle Inc., 9805 McKnight Road, PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA 15237
on — Hernias due to traumatic incidents, affecting the abdomen, except internal location of diseases or disorders.
Final narrative
On 08/31/16, an employee picked up a case of beef weighing between 50-70 pounds and suffered a hernia that required surgery.
HospitalizedAbdomen, except internal location of diseases or disordersBoxes, crates, cartons
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