Struck by falling object or equipment, unspecified · Crushing injuries
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at FORTERRA PIPE & PRECAST, LLC, 4416 Prarie Hill Rd., SOUTH BELOIT, ILLINOIS 61080
on — Crushing injuries, affecting the foot (feet), n.e.c..
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Final narrative
An employee had raised a steel ring with a crane when it fell and struck his left foot, crushing it.
HospitalizedFoot (feet), n.e.c.Parts and materials, unspecified
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