Overexertion in lifting-single episode · Hernias due to traumatic incidents
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at UPU Industries, Inc., 3002 Industries Street, JUNCTION CITY, KANSAS 66441
on — Hernias due to traumatic incidents, affecting the abdomen, except internal location of diseases or disorders.
Final narrative
An employee participated in a two-person lift of a core pole that weighs approximately 100 lbs. at a loom machine. The employee suffered an incarcerated umbilical hernia that required surgery.
HospitalizedAbdomen, except internal location of diseases or disordersMachine and appliance parts, n.e.c.
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