Struck by object or equipment dropped by injured worker · Hernias due to traumatic incidents
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at ForTec Medical, Inc., 1111 West 34th Street, AUSTIN, TEXAS 78705
on — Hernias due to traumatic incidents, affecting the abdomen, except internal location of diseases or disorders.
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Final narrative
An employee was loading a medical laser when it fell onto his stomach, causing an umbilical hernia.
HospitalizedAbdomen, except internal location of diseases or disordersMedical machinery and equipment, except x-ray
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