Struck against stationary object or equipment, n.e.c. · Soreness, pain, hurt-nonspecified injury
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Lowe's Home Centers, LLC, 15555 Farm to Market Rd. 529, HOUSTON, TEXAS 77001
on — Soreness, pain, hurt-nonspecified injury, affecting the eye(s).
Final narrative
On March 24, 2021, at approximately 8:05 AM, an employee was sweeping the floor. She bent down to pick up the broom and the top of the broom poked her right eye. The employee was hospitalized and had eye surgery.
HospitalizedEye(s)Brooms, mops, and other cleaning tools
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