Accident Report Detail
Accident Summary Nr: 200375194 - Employee Losses Control of Forklift and Receives Injuries
| Inspection Nr | Date Opened | SIC | NAICS | Establishment Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 314691023 | 07/20/2010 | 9199 | 921190 | City Of Lancaster - Public Safety |
Abstract: On July 9, 2010, Employee #1 was operating a forklift, but had not received formal training on how to operate it properly or safely. While moving tables and other equipment with the forklift, he was not wearing his seatbelt. He started down a hill with the forklift and lost control of it. The forklift hit a rough area which cause it to tilt on its side and turnover. As the forklift turned over, he attempted to ride it down, but the forklift's side bar landed on his ankles. He received fractures to both of his legs and ankles, as well as a severe back injury. Employee #1 was transported to a medical center where he received treatment and was hospitalized.
| Employee # | Inspection Nr | Age | Sex | Degree of Injury | Nature of Injury | Occupation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 314691023 | Hospitalized injury | Bruise/Contus/Abras | Firefighting occupations |
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