PISCATAWAY, NEW JERSEY—
Clio Snacks Company
Struck by shifting load during transport, nonroadway · Bruises, contusions
Final narrative
An employee was lifting a material lift with a walk-behind PIT when it began to fall. The employee tried to stop the equipment from falling when it fell on top of the employee, resulting in bruises and soreness.
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