MURTAUGH, IDAHO—
Darrell Funk Farms
Fall or jump from vehicle in normal operation, nonroadway · Internal injuries to organs and blood vessels of the trunk
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury at Darrell Funk Farms, 3173 N 4900 E, MURTAUGH, IDAHO 83344 on — Internal injuries to organs and blood vessels of the trunk, affecting the chest, except internal location of diseases or disorders.
Final narrative
An employee was driving a four-wheeler when the vehicle struck a ditch, causing the employee to fall from the machine. The employee sustained rib and lung injuries.
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