Nonroadway collision with other vehicle(s) moving and standing vehicle · Cuts, lacerations, punctures without injury to internal structures
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at ZEP INC., 71 Business Park Court, CARTERSVILLE, GEORGIA 30120
on — Cuts, lacerations, punctures without injury to internal structures, affecting the Toes(s), toenail(s).
Final narrative
On September 24, 2024, an employee was using a powered industrial truck (PIT) to pick orders. His right foot made contact with an unmanned PIT, resulting in severe lacerations to three toes on his right foot.
Hospitalized Toes(s), toenail(s) Pallet jack riding
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