Pedestrian struck by vehicle in nonroadway area, unspecified · Amputations
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Regal Beloit America, Inc., 6801 South Bentsen Road, MCALLEN, TEXAS 78503
on — Amputations, affecting the lower leg(s).
Final narrative
An employee was loading a coil on a press using a forklift with a boom, hook, and chain. The employee was struck on the right side by a forklift and fell to the ground. His right foot was pinned under the forklift resulting in amputation of the right leg just below the knee.
HospitalizedAmputationLower leg(s)Forklift, order picker, platform truck-powered
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