Fall to lower level resulting from exposure or contact less than 6 feet · Fractures
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at ABF Freight System, Inc., 3801 Old Greenwood Road, SCHAUMBURG, ILLINOIS 60194
on — Fractures , affecting the Rib(s), oblique area.
Final narrative
An employee was delivering freight when they were struck in the face by a metal crate. The employee then fell from the trailer liftgate to the ground, landing on their back. The employee's ribs were broken.
Hospitalized Rib(s), oblique area Vehicle trailers, trailing units
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