Struck by falling object or equipment, n.e.c. · Sprains
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at William R. Nash, LLC., 3663 South Miami Ave, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33138
on — Sprains, affecting the shoulder(s), including clavicle(s), scapula(e).
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Final narrative
An employee was waiting to install an air handler unit that a crane was hoisting/transporting onto a hospital. The air handler unit struck the hospital's canopy causing concrete material to fall and strike the employee. They were hospitalized with a shoulder sprain.
HospitalizedShoulder(s), including clavicle(s), scapula(e)Scrap, waste, debris, n.e.c.
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