Pedestrian struck by vehicle on side of road, unspecified · Fractures
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Reynolds Mowing, Inc., US 41 between Venice and North Port line, NORTH PORT, FLORIDA 34286
on — Fractures, affecting the multiple body parts, n.e.c..
Final narrative
An employee was picking up trash in the highway median. A vehicle hit the employee, causing broken ribs, a fractured neck, and a broken leg.
HospitalizedMultiple body parts, n.e.c.Highway vehicle, motorized, unspecified
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