Pedestrian struck by vehicle in nonroadway area, unspecified · Soreness, pain, hurt-nonspecified injury
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Citrus World Inc., 20205 US Hwy 27, LAKE WALES, FLORIDA 33853
on — Soreness, pain, hurt-nonspecified injury, affecting the foot (feet) and ankle(s).
Final narrative
An employee was standing in front of a palletizer when she was struck by a forklift, injuring both ankles and both feet. She then fell and lacerated the back of her head.
HospitalizedFoot (feet) and ankle(s)Forklift, order picker, platform truck-powered
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