Struck by falling part of vehicle or machine, still attached · Sprains, strains, tears unspecified
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Walt Disney Parks and Resorts U.S., Inc., 200 Epcot Center Drive, LAKE BUENA VISTA, FLORIDA 32830
on — Sprains, strains, tears unspecified, affecting the Ankle(s).
Final narrative
An employee was walking behind a trailer with the ramp in the up position. The ramp was bumped, causing it to fall onto the back of their ankle. The employee was hospitalized with a torn tendon.
Hospitalized Ankle(s) Gates, hatches vehicle and machine cargo
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