Struck by object or equipment, unspecified · Cerebral and other intracranial hemorrhages
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at PRAIRIE CREEK GRAIN COMPANY, INC., 4483 Main Street, KANKAKEE, ILLINOIS 60901
on — Cerebral and other intracranial hemorrhages, affecting the brain.
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Final narrative
On February 26, 2022, an employee was in the process of removing storm damaged twisted metal previously used to convey material. The employee used an acetylene torch to release the twisted metal. After cutting the metal with the torch, it sprung unexpectedly and struck the employee. The employee sustained a brain bleed, laceration, and bruising/contusions and was hospitalized.
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