Struck by falling object or equipment, unspecified · Cuts, lacerations
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Gladwin Services Inc., 220 W. Industrial Blvd., DALTON, GEORGIA 30722
on — Cuts, lacerations, affecting the hand(s) and wrist(s).
Final narrative
An employee was working on a heavy-duty truck when the cab of the truck fell on the employee's left hand, resulting in a laceration to their left wrist and palm.
HospitalizedHand(s) and wrist(s)Vehicle and mobile equipment parts, n.e.c.
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