July 28, 2025
FL · Metal/Non-Metal
bulldozer operator, universal operator, heavy equipment operator, operating engineer
HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
Matco Aggregates Ocala, LLC · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)
Employee was helping to steady a machine pin while being struck with a hammer. Employee was struck on the hand, which caused bruising and swelling. Employee requested medical attention on the following day. The clinic (Concentra) found a "crushing" injury to the hand, with a negative x-ray for fractures. Employee was ice and ibuprofen, and a follow up for therapy/review.