Collision with stationary object in roadway · Amputations involving bone loss
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Good's Disposal Service, Inc., South Peach Alley and West High Street, ELIZABETHTOWN, PENNSYLVANIA 17022
on — Amputations involving bone loss, affecting the Knee(s).
Final narrative
An employee was getting onto the rear of a garbage truck. The employee's right leg was caught between the truck's rear riding step and a bollard as it started moving. The employee was hospitalized and their leg was amputated at the knee.
HospitalizedAmputation Knee(s) Garbage trucks
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