LAUREL, MISSISSIPPI—
MASONITE CORPORATION
Struck by falling object or equipment, n.e.c. · Fractures
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury at MASONITE CORPORATION, 1001 SOUTH 4TH AVENUE, LAUREL, MISSISSIPPI 39440 on — Fractures, affecting the multiple body parts, n.e.c..
Final narrative
An employee was taking inventory in a warehouse area when a stack of door skin bundles tipped over and pinned the employee. The employee suffered a fractured pelvis, multiple right leg fractures, and broken ribs.
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