Struck by falling object or equipment, unspecified · Cuts, lacerations
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at WINPAK HEAT SEAL CORPORATION, 1821 RIVERWAY DR, PEKIN, ILLINOIS 61554
on — Cuts, lacerations, affecting the thigh(s).
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Final narrative
On October 15, 2018, at approximately 6:30 PM, an employee was loading a product roll when the roll fell and clipped the employee. The employee suffered a deep laceration on the left thigh, requiring stitches and hospitalization.
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