XPO Logistics
Struck by falling object or equipment, unspecified — Fractures — PALISADE, COLORADO
| Employer | XPO Logistics | Report ID | 2020021345 |
| Address | 1041 North River Road | City, State ZIP | PALISADE, COLORADO 81526 |
| Event Date | February 11, 2020 | Outcome | Hospitalized |
| Nature of Injury | Fractures | Body Part | Multiple body parts, n.e.c. |
| Event Type | Struck by falling object or equipment, unspecified | Source of Injury | Boxes, crates, cartons |
| Industry (NAICS) | 485119 | Inspection # | — |
| GPS Coordinates | 39.11000, -108.32000 | ||
Incident Narrative
An employee was in the back of his trailer offloading a 1500 lb. crate for a customer. There were two straps on the crate holding it to the wall. He released a strap so the customer could unload the crate completely. When he released the strap, the crate tipped over onto him. He sustained a broken shoulder, broken ribs, and an ear contusion.
Incident Summary
On February 11, 2020, a worker at XPO Logistics in PALISADE, COLORADO suffered fractures to the multiple body parts, n.e.c.. The incident was classified as struck by falling object or equipment, unspecified, with boxes, crates, cartons identified as the source of injury. The worker was hospitalized.
Context
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