Overexertion while materials moving by hand · Sprains, strains, tears unspecified
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Saia Motor Freight Line, LLC, 14726 SW 56th St., MIAMI, FLORIDA 33185
on — Sprains, strains, tears unspecified, affecting the Back lumbar region.
Final narrative
An employee was delivering a box to a customer. They assisted the customer with moving the box containing a playground apparatus when the box broke open, causing the employee to lose their grip and strain their lower back.
Hospitalized Back lumbar region Boxes, crates, cartons
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