Nonroadway collision with other vehicle, unspecified · Fractures
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at United Continental Holdings, Inc., Newark Liberty International Airport, NEWARK, NEW JERSEY 07114
on — Fractures, affecting the multiple body parts, n.e.c..
Final narrative
An employee was operating a ramp service SUV when he crashed into a catering operations truck behind an airport gate. He fractured his ribs and neck, requiring hospitalization.
HospitalizedMultiple body parts, n.e.c.SUV, sports utility vehicle
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