Overexertion while materials moving by hand · Sprains, strains, minor tears
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Segrest Farms, Inc., 2100 NW 42nd Ave, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33142
on — Sprains, strains, minor tears, affecting the Trunk and other lower extremities.
Final narrative
An employee was unloading boxes from a truck. As they were picking up a large box, the employee strained both knees and their back.
Hospitalized Trunk and other lower extremities Boxes, crates, cartons
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