Pedestrian struck by vehicle in nonroadway area, unspecified · Crushing injuries
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at U.S. Postal Service, 7025 Cross County Road, NORTH CHARLESTON, SOUTH CAROLINA 29418
on — Crushing injuries, affecting the toes(s), toenail(s).
Final narrative
An employee had just given a training talk to drivers on a loading dock. As she turned to walk away, a forklift ran over her foot, resulting in crushed toes. The employee was taken to the hospital, where she had surgery.
HospitalizedToes(s), toenail(s)Forklift, order picker, platform truck-powered
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