Pedestrian struck by vehicle backing up in nonroadway area · Fractures
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Eagle Disposal of PA Inc., 1245 Eagles Way, EAST EARL, PENNSYLVANIA 17519
on — Fractures, affecting the hip(s) and leg(s) .
Final narrative
An employee was holding the right side of a gate corral open while a garbage truck backed up. The employee then attempted to lift the dumpster lid behind the truck and was struck by the vehicle, suffering a broken leg and hip.
HospitalizedHip(s) and leg(s) Garbage, recycling, or refuse truck
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