Pedestrian struck by vehicle in nonroadway area, unspecified · Fractures
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Americold Logistics, 2525 Bergey Road, HATFIELD, PENNSYLVANIA 19440
on — Fractures, affecting the ankle(s) and leg(s), n.e.c..
Final narrative
An employee was struck by a forklift while returning to his forklift, breaking his right lower leg and ankle. He required surgery.
HospitalizedAnkle(s) and leg(s), n.e.c.Forklift, order picker, platform truck-powered
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