Struck by falling object or equipment, n.e.c. · Fractures
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Walt Disney World, 1301 Facilities Way, LAKE BUENA VISTA, FLORIDA 32830
on — Fractures, affecting the hand(s), except finger(s).
Final narrative
An employee was helping to move a large rack of blades out of a spray booth when a part fell and struck the employee's hand between the thumb and index finger. The employee was hospitalized with a hand fracture.
HospitalizedHand(s), except finger(s)Parts and materials, unspecified
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