Struck against stationary object or equipment, n.e.c. · Cuts, lacerations
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at MACK TRUCKS, INCORPORATED, 7000 Alburtis Road, MACUNGIE, PENNSYLVANIA 18062
on — Cuts, lacerations, affecting the forehead.
Final narrative
An employee bent down to install fuel tank straps on the left side of a truck and hit their forehead on the chassis frame. The employee sustained a head laceration.
HospitalizedForeheadTruck-motorized freight hauling and utility, unspecified
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