Other fall to lower level, unspecified · Fractures (except skull fractures) and concussions
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Aerotek, 1600 River Road, BURLINGTON, NEW JERSEY 08016
on — Fractures (except skull fractures) and concussions , affecting the multiple body parts, n.e.c..
Final narrative
An employee was using a platform on a forklift to reach merchandise when he fell to the ground below, fracturing his wrists and shoulders and suffering a concussion. Fall protection was not worn at the time.
HospitalizedMultiple body parts, n.e.c.Forklift, order picker, platform truck-powered
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