AUSTIN, TEXAS—
DBI SERVICES
Pedestrian struck by vehicle in work zone, unspecified · Amputations
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury at DBI SERVICES, 12200 North Mopac Expressway,, AUSTIN, TEXAS 78753 on — Amputations, affecting the leg(s), n.e.c..
Final narrative
Four employees were repairing/installing guardrails when they were struck by car. All four employees were hospitalized. One employee suffered a leg amputation. A second employee sustained fractures and internal injuries.
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