Overexertion in lifting-multiple episodes · Strains
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Roche Bros. Supermarkets, Inc., 377 CHESTNUT STREET, NEEDHAM, MASSACHUSETTS 02492
on — Strains, affecting the shoulder(s), including clavicle(s), scapula(e).
Final narrative
An employee was bagging groceries. The employee suffered a strained shoulder while lifting products off the register.
HospitalizedShoulder(s), including clavicle(s), scapula(e)Containers-nonpressurized, n.e.c.
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