Khol's Fulfillment Center
Struck by rolling object or equipment being pushed by injured worker — Cuts, lacerations — DESOTO, TEXAS
| Employer | Khol's Fulfillment Center | Report ID | 20191010910 |
| Address | 2019 N. Interstate 35 E | City, State ZIP | DESOTO, TEXAS 75115 |
| Event Date | October 18, 2019 | Outcome | Hospitalized |
| Nature of Injury | Cuts, lacerations | Body Part | Lower leg(s) |
| Event Type | Struck by rolling object or equipment being pushed by injured worker | Source of Injury | Cart, dolly, hand truck-nonpowered |
| Industry (NAICS) | 236220 | Inspection # | — |
| GPS Coordinates | 32.62000, -96.82000 | ||
Incident Narrative
An employee was pulling a cart when it rolled up onto the employee's ankle, cutting the Achilles tendon.
Incident Summary
On October 18, 2019, a worker at Khol's Fulfillment Center in DESOTO, TEXAS suffered cuts, lacerations to the lower leg(s). The incident was classified as struck by rolling object or equipment being pushed by injured worker, with cart, dolly, hand truck-nonpowered identified as the source of injury. The worker was hospitalized.
Context
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