International Paper
Overexertion in holding, carrying, or wielding-single episode — Sprains, strains, tears, unspecified — BYESVILLE, OHIO
| Employer | International Paper | Report ID | 2017054250 |
| Address | 60700 Hope Avenue | City, State ZIP | BYESVILLE, OHIO 43723 |
| Event Date | May 10, 2017 | Outcome | Hospitalized |
| Nature of Injury | Sprains, strains, tears, unspecified | Body Part | Lumbar region |
| Event Type | Overexertion in holding, carrying, or wielding-single episode | Source of Injury | Machine and appliance parts, n.e.c. |
| Industry (NAICS) | 322224 | Inspection # | — |
| GPS Coordinates | 39.97000, -81.54000 | ||
Incident Narrative
An employee was holding a davit arm base that weighed approximately 25 pounds. As he turned, he felt pain in the lower back area due to a back sprain/strain.
Incident Summary
On May 10, 2017, a worker at International Paper in BYESVILLE, OHIO suffered sprains, strains, tears, unspecified to the lumbar region. The incident was classified as overexertion in holding, carrying, or wielding-single episode, with machine and appliance parts, n.e.c. identified as the source of injury. The worker was hospitalized.
Context
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