Struck by falling object or equipment, n.e.c. · Major tears to muscles, tendons, ligaments
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Firstservice Residential Florida, Inc., 6a Harbour Isle East Drive, FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA 34949
on — Major tears to muscles, tendons, ligaments, affecting the upper arm(s).
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Final narrative
An employee was closing a maintenance shop garage door when the springs in the door broke and the door closed on his right arm, resulting in a tear of his bicep.
HospitalizedUpper arm(s)Garage doors
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