Struck by dislodged flying object, particle · Internal injuries to organs and blood vessels of the trunk
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Pilgrim's Pride Corporation, 2022 Golden Rd, TUSCUMBIA, ALABAMA 35674
on — Internal injuries to organs and blood vessels of the trunk, affecting the abdomen, except internal location of diseases or disorders.
Final narrative
An employee was helping replace a die on a pellet mill. A blow from a sledgehammer caused a small piece of metal to fly off and strike the employee in the abdomen. The employee was hospitalized, having suffered a ruptured spleen.
HospitalizedAbdomen, except internal location of diseases or disordersMetal chips, particles
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