INVACARE CORP
Struck by falling object or equipment, n.e.c. — Traumatic injuries and disorders, unspecified — SANFORD, FLORIDA
| Employer | INVACARE CORP | Report ID | 2016087271 |
| Address | 2101 E LAKE MARY BLVD | City, State ZIP | SANFORD, FLORIDA 32773 |
| Event Date | August 5, 2016 | Outcome | Hospitalized |
| Nature of Injury | Traumatic injuries and disorders, unspecified | Body Part | Nonclassifiable |
| Event Type | Struck by falling object or equipment, n.e.c. | Source of Injury | Cart, dolly, hand truck-nonpowered |
| Industry (NAICS) | 339113 | Inspection # | — |
| GPS Coordinates | 28.75000, -81.25000 | ||
Incident Narrative
An employee was pulling a wheeled metal cart when a wheel became stuck. As she was trying to dislodge it, the cart fell on top of her. She was hospitalized.
Incident Summary
On August 5, 2016, a worker at INVACARE CORP in SANFORD, FLORIDA suffered traumatic injuries and disorders, unspecified to the nonclassifiable. The incident was classified as struck by falling object or equipment, n.e.c., with cart, dolly, hand truck-nonpowered identified as the source of injury. The worker was hospitalized.
Context
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