Struck by rolling object or equipment being pushed by injured worker · Major tears to muscles, tendons, ligaments
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at HMC3 Amazon, 2361 South Withers Road, LIBERTY, MISSOURI 64068
on — Major tears to muscles, tendons, ligaments, affecting the ankle(s).
Final narrative
An employee was unloading packages from a trailer onto a cart. While moving the cart, it struck the employee's heel causing a tear to their Achilles muscle. The employee required surgery.
HospitalizedAnkle(s)Cart, dolly, hand truck-nonpowered
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