Other fall to lower level, unspecified · Fractures and dislocations
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Aisin Light Metals LLC, 10900 Redco Dr, MARION, ILLINOIS 62959
on — Fractures and dislocations, affecting the multiple lower extremities locations, n.e.c..
Final narrative
An employee entered the conveyor area to insert multiple extensions into profiles. The employee stepped on the framework while exiting the conveyor area and fell forward, resulting in the employee being pinned between the framework. The employee suffered a broken ankle, a broken fibula, and a dislocated knee, requiring hospitalization.
HospitalizedMultiple lower extremities locations, n.e.c.Structural metal materials, n.e.c.
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