Pedestrian struck by forward-moving vehicle in roadway · Fractures
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at National Grid, Granite St and Hancock St , QUINCY, MASSACHUSETTS 02169
on — Fractures, affecting the shoulder(s), including clavicle(s), scapula(e).
Final narrative
An employee was struck by a private car while opening a gas valve on the road, suffering a broken collarbone and chin contusion.
HospitalizedShoulder(s), including clavicle(s), scapula(e)Automobile
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