Struck by running powered equipment n.e.c. · Fractures
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Anderson Timber, LLC, 18835 Harms Rd, SUMMERDALE, ALABAMA 36580
on — Fractures , affecting the Leg(s) unspecified.
Final narrative
A contracted employee was strapping a truck when they were struck by the skidder blade as it was being lowered to the ground, resulting in a broken left leg and injuries to the right leg that required hospitalization.
Hospitalized Leg(s) unspecified Skidders cable and grapple
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