Struck by object or equipment, unspecified · Fractures (except skull fractures) and concussions
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at United Parcel Service, Inc., 6800 South 6th Street, OAK CREEK, WISCONSIN 53154
on — Fractures (except skull fractures) and concussions , affecting the Multiple head locations.
Final narrative
An employee was standing at the sort aisle while sorting packages. Packages rolled down a ramped conveyor belt and a 42-pound package struck the back of the employee's head. The employee sustained a concussion and a broken jaw.
Hospitalized Multiple head locations Packages, parcels
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