Overexertion in lifting-single episode · Hernias due to traumatic incidents
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at St Luke's Hospital, 801 Ostrum St., BETHLEHEM, PENNSYLVANIA 18015
on — Hernias due to traumatic incidents, affecting the abdomen, except internal location of diseases or disorders.
Final narrative
An employee was lifting a case of bottled water when she felt a sharp pain in her abdomen. She was hospitalized and required surgery for a hernia.
HospitalizedAbdomen, except internal location of diseases or disordersBoxes, crates, cartons
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