HOMESTEAD, FLORIDA·2024-10-18

BROOKS TROPICALS, LLC

Bite or sting insects, "bugs" · Allergic and irritant dermatitis acute

At a glance

Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury at BROOKS TROPICALS, LLC, 18400 SW 256 Street, HOMESTEAD, FLORIDA 33031 on 2024-10-18, Allergic and irritant dermatitis acute, affecting the multiple body parts n.e.c..

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Final narrative

An employee was engaged in landscaping activities and was stung by about 300 bees. The employee was hospitalized with pain and swelling over their face, neck, back, arms, and hands.

Hospitalized Multiple body parts n.e.c. Bees, hornets, wasps

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