Other fall to lower level 6 to 30 feet · Injuries to the brain, spinal cord and severe wounds, internal injuries
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Win.IT America, Inc, 11142 Beltline Road, HOUSTON, TEXAS 77067
on — Injuries to the brain, spinal cord and severe wounds, internal injuries, affecting the Head and trunk.
Final narrative
An employee was using a cherry picker to pick product from the second level of a warehouse rack when they fell 10-15 feet to the concrete floor. The employee sustained brain swelling, a fractured lower back, and contusions. Fall protection was in place but not they were not tied off at the time.
Hospitalized Head and trunk Hoists, lifts scissor, telescoping
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