OMAHA, NEBRASKA—
LKQ Midwest Autoparts Corp.
Fall from collapsing structure or equipment, unspecified · Soreness, pain, hurt-nonspecified injury
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury at LKQ Midwest Autoparts Corp., 8206 J St, OMAHA, NEBRASKA 68127 on — Soreness, pain, hurt-nonspecified injury, affecting the multiple body parts, n.e.c..
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Final narrative
An employee was working on a mezzanine when it collapsed. The employee fell to the floor and suffered shoulder and head injuries.
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