Pedestrian struck by forward-moving vehicle in work zone · Fractures
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Fort Myer Construction Corporation, M Street NW, WASHINGTON, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA 20018
on — Fractures, affecting the multiple body parts, n.e.c..
Final narrative
An employee was flagging traffic when they were struck from behind by a car that entered a work zone. The impact of the vehicle threw the employee approximately 45 feet and she landed on another employee. The employee who was struck by the car sustained a head laceration and fractures to the ribs and ankle.
HospitalizedMultiple body parts, n.e.c.Automobile
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