Struck by object or equipment, unspecified · Fractures
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at MIDWEST SCRAP MANAGEMENT, 8116 Wilson Rd, KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI 64125
on — Fractures, affecting the lower leg(s).
Final narrative
An employee was clearing the conveyor belt that fed an auto shredder. A piece of rebar stuck in the conveyor struck the employee's lower left leg, breaking it.
HospitalizedLower leg(s)Bars, rods, reinforcing bar (rebar)
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