Struck by object falling from vehicle or machinery-other than vehicle part · Crushing injuries
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at TVI, Inc., 6600 N. Mesa St., Suite 101, EL PASO, TEXAS 79912
on — Crushing injuries, affecting the shoulder(s) and arm(s).
Final narrative
A small book cart slipped off the forks of a forklift and fell on an employee, crushing the employee's arm and shoulder.
HospitalizedShoulder(s) and arm(s)Cart, dolly, hand truck-nonpowered
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