Direct exposure to electricity, unspecified · Electrical burns, unspecified
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Control Chief Corporation, 7460 Phillips Highway, JACKSONVILLE, FLORIDA 32256
on — Electrical burns, unspecified, affecting the shoulder(s), including clavicle(s), scapula(e).
Final narrative
An employee was installing equipment on a locomotive's electrical panel when he experienced a shock, resulting in burns to his left shoulder and right underarm.
HospitalizedShoulder(s), including clavicle(s), scapula(e)Train, locomotive, rail car, unspecified
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