LAKE WALES, FLORIDA·2017-10-25

Citrus World Inc.

Pedestrian struck by vehicle in nonroadway area, unspecified · Soreness, pain, hurt-nonspecified injury

At a glance

Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury at Citrus World Inc., 20205 US Hwy 27, LAKE WALES, FLORIDA 33853 on 2017-10-25, Soreness, pain, hurt-nonspecified injury, affecting the foot (feet) and ankle(s).

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Final narrative

An employee was standing in front of a palletizer when she was struck by a forklift, injuring both ankles and both feet. She then fell and lacerated the back of her head.

Hospitalized Foot (feet) and ankle(s) Forklift, order picker, platform truck-powered

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