KITTANNING, PENNSYLVANIA—
Precision Geophysical, Inc.
Jack-knifed or overturned, nonroadway · Fractures
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury at Precision Geophysical, Inc., West Kittanning, KITTANNING, PENNSYLVANIA 16201 on — Fractures, affecting the pelvis.
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Final narrative
Four employees were in a utility terrain vehicle (UTV) going up-hill when it tipped backwards and rolled down the hill. Two employee were hospitalized. One employee was hospitalized for a broken pelvis and the second employee was hospitalized for leg injuries.
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