Pedestrian struck by vehicle in nonroadway area, unspecified · Fractures
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Edsal Manufacturing Co., Inc., 4345 South Packers Ave., CHICAGO, ILLINOIS 60609
on — Fractures, affecting the multiple body parts, n.e.c..
Final narrative
An employee was walking to the locker room and was struck by a lift truck. The employee suffered a broken arm, hip and rib.
HospitalizedMultiple body parts, n.e.c.Forklift, order picker, platform truck-powered
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