Pedestrian struck by vehicle in nonroadway area, unspecified · Fractures
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Lineage Logistics Holdings, LLC, 13700 NW 115th Avenue, MEDLEY, FLORIDA 33178
on — Fractures, affecting the thigh(s).
Final narrative
A forklift struck an employee and broke the end of their right femur.
HospitalizedThigh(s)Forklift, order picker, platform truck-powered
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