NEENAH, WISCONSIN—
Horseshoe Beverages
Collision with stationary object, nonroadway · Nonfatal 'crushing' injuries
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury at Horseshoe Beverages, 590 Enterprise Drive, NEENAH, WISCONSIN 54956 on — Nonfatal 'crushing' injuries, affecting the Ankle(s).
Final narrative
On January 16, 2024, an employee was operating a stand-up forklift when his left ankle was crushed between the outer edge of the forklift and a section of racking. He fell to the floor while his ankle was still pinned. The employee was hospitalized and required surgery.
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NEENAH, WISCONSIN—
Horseshoe Beverages
On November 30, 2023, an employe was working on a clean-in-place circuit. When the employee opened the clamp for the probe, they were sprayed by 133-degree water and suffered second-degree burns. The employee was hospitalized.
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