Rapid Mold Removal LLC
Struck by falling object or equipment, unspecified — Strains — WONDER LAKE, ILLINOIS
| Employer | Rapid Mold Removal LLC | Report ID | 2022043645 |
| Address | 7442 Hancock Dr | City, State ZIP | WONDER LAKE, ILLINOIS 60097 |
| Event Date | April 27, 2022 | Outcome | Hospitalized |
| Nature of Injury | Strains | Body Part | Back, including spine, spinal cord, unspecified |
| Event Type | Struck by falling object or equipment, unspecified | Source of Injury | Wallboard, drywall, sheetrock |
| Industry (NAICS) | 562910 | Inspection # | — |
| GPS Coordinates | 42.38000, -88.34000 | ||
Incident Narrative
An employee was removing a piece of drywall from the top of a wall. The drywall fell, causing him to fall in turn and land on his back. He suffered a back strain.
Incident Summary
On April 27, 2022, a worker at Rapid Mold Removal LLC in WONDER LAKE, ILLINOIS suffered strains to the back, including spine, spinal cord, unspecified. The incident was classified as struck by falling object or equipment, unspecified, with wallboard, drywall, sheetrock identified as the source of injury. The worker was hospitalized.
Context
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