Other fall to lower level unspecified · Traumatic injuries or exposures unspecified
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Sherwin Williams Disturbution Center, Tejas Logistics System, WACO, TEXAS 76704
on — Traumatic injuries or exposures unspecified, affecting the Part of body unspecified.
Final narrative
On November 15, 2024, a driver was descending the ladder on his semi-truck and fell. The employee was hospitalized and required surgery.
Hospitalized Part of body unspecified Other semi, tractor-trailer
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