Roadway collision with other vehicle, unspecified · Amputations
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Vivicon, Inc., Country Walk CDD, WESLEY CHAPEL, FLORIDA 33543
on — Amputations, affecting the lower leg(s).
Final narrative
An employee was hit from behind by a vehicle while using a stand-on street blower to blow a curb area. The employee's right leg was amputated up to the knee.
HospitalizedAmputationLower leg(s)Agricultural and garden machinery, n.e.c.
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