Other fall to lower level, unspecified · Fractures and burns
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Sugarland AG, LLC, E. 40th st about 1/4 of a mile E, CUT OFF, LOUISIANA 70345
on — Fractures and burns, affecting the multiple body parts, n.e.c..
Final narrative
An employee was driving a tractor pulling a sugarcane harvester on a flatbed trailer. While on the road, the harvester contacted an internet service line that was energized. The employee exited the tractor and climbed on the steps of the harvester to check for damage. The employee received an electrical shock causing him to fall from the steps of the harvester to the ground. The employee sustained electrical burns to the chest, back, and leg. He also sustained a laceration to the head and three broken ribs.
HospitalizedMultiple body parts, n.e.c.Semi, tractor-trailer, tanker truck
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An employee was unloading appliances at a customer location for delivery. The employee was moving a water heater to be placed on the liftgate when he stepped backward and fell to the ground. The employee sustained rib and back injuries.
An employee was clearing a mud line on a clarifier used for sugarcane manufacturing. A valve was open and mud that was remaining in the line flowed onto the employee causing burns to his stomach and inner thigh area.
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