GOODING, IDAHO—
Glanbia Foods, Inc.
Fall from collapsing structure or equipment less than 6 feet · Fractures
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury at Glanbia Foods, Inc., 1045 Agri Lane, GOODING, IDAHO 83330 on — Fractures, affecting the thigh(s).
Final narrative
An employee opened a rolling door, then walked out on a dock plate to speak to the driver of a delivery truck that was being unloaded. The dock plate collapsed, causing the employee to fall approximately 4 feet. He broke a femur and injured his hip, requiring hospitalization.
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