Overexertion in holding, carrying, or wielding-single episode · Hernias due to traumatic incidents
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Target, 716 U.S. 441, THE VILLAGES, FLORIDA 32159
on — Hernias due to traumatic incidents, affecting the abdomen, except internal location of diseases or disorders.
Final narrative
An employee was working in the fulfillment area carrying large bags of dog food, cat litter, a cube organizer, and book cases. The employee began experiencing abdominal pain and sustained two hernias that resulted in hospitalization.
HospitalizedAbdomen, except internal location of diseases or disordersMultiple types of containers
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