AURORA, KANSAS·
Westar Energy
Struck by object or equipment rolling freely · Fractures
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury at Westar Energy, A quarter mile west of Q road on Seven Street, AURORA, KANSAS 67417 on , Fractures, affecting the ankle(s).
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Final narrative
As part of a storm restoration project, an employee was on the ground disconnecting wires from electric poles. One or more poles started to roll and struck the employee, breaking the left ankle.
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