Struck by falling object or equipment, n.e.c. · Fractures and dislocations
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Florida Concrete Services, 1120 Ball Street, PERRY, GEORGIA 31069
on — Fractures and dislocations, affecting the hip(s) and leg(s) .
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Final narrative
An employee was carrying a metal pole to install filler between tables. He was walking by a table truss when he bumped the truss, which was being supported by a cross brace. The truss then fell over and landed on the employee's lower back and leg, pinning him down. He suffered a dislocated left hip and broken left femur.
HospitalizedHip(s) and leg(s) Structural elements, n.e.c.
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