Struck by running powered equipment during maintenance, cleaning, testing · Fractures
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Nichols Concrete Holdings, LLC, 1002 North Arnold Road, PANAMA CITY BEACH, FLORIDA 32407
on — Fractures , affecting the Ankle(s).
Final narrative
Two employees were pumping concrete for a hospital being built. At the end of the shift, the concrete hopper needed to be cleaned. One of the employees hopped in the back part of the hopper to spray it down. The agitator blade was still spinning and it struck the employee's right foot, causing a fractured right ankle.
Hospitalized Ankle(s) Trucks with other mounted machinery, equipment n.e.c.
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