Struck by object falling from vehicle or machinery-other than vehicle part · Fractures
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Adient US LLC, 7560 Arbor Drive, NORTHWOOD, OHIO 43619
on — Fractures, affecting the multiple body parts, n.e.c..
Final narrative
On February 1, 2023, an employee walked past a moving forklift when a container that was placed onto the vehicle forks fell off and struck the employee, resulting in fractures to her right shoulder and left knee.
HospitalizedMultiple body parts, n.e.c.Containers, unspecified
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