Murphy Oil USA, Inc.
Overexertion in lifting-single episode — Hernias due to traumatic incidents — SANTA ROSA BEACH, FLORIDA
| Employer | Murphy Oil USA, Inc. | Report ID | 20191010811 |
| Address | 6595 US Hwy 98 W | City, State ZIP | SANTA ROSA BEACH, FLORIDA 32459 |
| Event Date | October 16, 2019 | Outcome | Hospitalized |
| Nature of Injury | Hernias due to traumatic incidents | Body Part | Abdomen, except internal location of diseases or disorders |
| Event Type | Overexertion in lifting-single episode | Source of Injury | Boxes, crates, cartons |
| Industry (NAICS) | 447110 | Inspection # | — |
| GPS Coordinates | 30.37000, -86.28000 | ||
Incident Narrative
On October 16, 2019, an employee experienced strong pressure in his abdomen after lifting a 20-pound case of sodas while stocking the cooler. He was later hospitalized due to a hernia.
Incident Summary
On October 16, 2019, a worker at Murphy Oil USA, Inc. in SANTA ROSA BEACH, FLORIDA suffered hernias due to traumatic incidents to the abdomen, except internal location of diseases or disorders. The incident was classified as overexertion in lifting-single episode, with boxes, crates, cartons identified as the source of injury. The worker was hospitalized.
Context
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