Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Estes Express Lines, Inc., 1517 Town Center Drive, PFLUGERVILLE, TEXAS 78660
on — Strains, affecting the back, including spine, spinal cord, unspecified.
Final narrative
An employee was delivering a 320-pound door when he strained his back, requiring hospitalization.
HospitalizedBack, including spine, spinal cord, unspecifiedDoors, except garage and vehicle
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