Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Inland Dredging Co, LLC, The Red River, EFFIE, LOUISIANA 71331
on — Fractures, affecting the nose, except internal location of diseases or disorders.
Final narrative
An employee was traversing on deck when the dredging boat was involved in an accident. The employee suffered a broken nose.
HospitalizedNose, except internal location of diseases or disordersWater vehicle, n.e.c
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