Fall to lower level from collapsing structure or equipment more than 30 feet · Fractures
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at DeShazo, LLC, 10825 Telge Road, HOUSTON, TEXAS 77095
on — Fractures , affecting the Trunk and other upper extremities.
Final narrative
An employee was working 32 feet above the ground in a scissor lift, attaching a camera to a gantry crane. The crane moved and struck the scissor lift, which tipped and fell to the ground. The employee was hospitalized with fractures to his collarbone, humerus, and pelvis. Fall protection was worn at the time.
Hospitalized Trunk and other upper extremities Hoists, lifts scissor, telescoping
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