Thrown, fell, or jumped from animal being ridden · Fractures
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Tarryall Properties, LLC, 27001.5 CR 77, LAKE GEORGE, COLORADO 80827
on — Fractures, affecting the multiple body parts, n.e.c..
Final narrative
An employee was riding a horse when it saw or smelled a mountain lion and spooked, bucking twice. On the first buck, the employee's face smashed into the crown of the horse's head. On the second buck, the employee was thrown to the ground. The employee suffered blunt force trauma to the facial area, including a broken jaw, sinus damage, and three broken bones near the right eye. The employee also sustained a broken right wrist upon hitting the ground.
HospitalizedMultiple body parts, n.e.c.Horses and other equines
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