Pedestrian struck by vehicle backing up in roadway · Fractures
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Allied Waste Services of Fort Worth, LLC, 4005 Schley Court, BENBROOK, TEXAS 76116
on — Fractures, affecting the multiple body parts, n.e.c..
Final narrative
An employee was standing at the rear of a garbage truck loading trash when the front passenger tire struck his ankle/foot. The employee was knocked down and the tire rolled over him, resulting in fractures to his ribs and ankle.
HospitalizedMultiple body parts, n.e.c.Garbage, recycling, or refuse truck
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