Overexertion in lifting-single episode · Herniated discs
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Key Lime Air, Kearney Regional Airport, KEARNEY, NEBRASKA 68847
on — Herniated discs, affecting the back, including spine, spinal cord, unspecified.
Final narrative
An employee was lifting and placing a car seat in the cargo area of an aircraft when they sustained a disc injury to their spine.
HospitalizedBack, including spine, spinal cord, unspecifiedVehicle and mobile equipment parts, n.e.c.
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