Pedestrian struck by vehicle in nonroadway area, unspecified · Fractures
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Coca-Cola Refreshments USA, Inc., 3350 Pembroke Rd., HOLLYWOOD, FLORIDA 33021
on — Fractures, affecting the lower leg(s).
Final narrative
An employee was walking when they were struck by a forklift in their lower right leg, resulting in a fracture that required surgery.
HospitalizedLower leg(s)Forklift, order picker, platform truck-powered
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