Overexertion while materials moving by hand · Soft tissue injuries unspecified
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Capital Reyes Distributing, 2475 N I-35 North Frontage Rd, NEW BRAUNFELS, TEXAS 78130
on — Soft tissue injuries unspecified, affecting the Back lumbar region.
Final narrative
An employee working as a sales representative went to a store to take inventory. He accessed the beer cave in the back of the store. He moved a case of beer, twisted, and sustained injury to his lower back requiring hospitalization.
Hospitalized Back lumbar region Boxes, crates, cartons
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