Struck by propelled, falling, or suspended object unspecified · Cuts, lacerations, punctures without injury to internal structures
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Chart, Inc., 9660 Grunwald Road, BEASLEY, TEXAS 77417
on — Cuts, lacerations, punctures without injury to internal structures, affecting the Lower leg(s).
Final narrative
An employee was removing the banding from a load of mechanical supports, when one fell forward onto his left leg. The employee sustained a laceration to the lower leg and was hospitalized.
Hospitalized Lower leg(s) Parts and materials unspecified
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