Overexertion in pushing, pulling, or turning-single episode · Strains
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Hobby Lobby Stores, Inc., 3525 Gardens Ridge Way, ORLANDO, FLORIDA 32839
on — Strains, affecting the knee(s).
Final narrative
An employee was pushing a stocking cart when their knee gave out, resulting in a right knee strain.
HospitalizedKnee(s)Cart, dolly, hand truck-nonpowered
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