DateCityStateEmployerBody PartEvent
2021-11-15DunbarWvOllie's Bargain OutletHeartOverexertion involving outside sources
While unloading a truck, an employee fainted and hit his head on the ground. The employee had a heart attack.
2021-10-17AnnistonAlAnniston Army DepotHeartWalking, without other incident-single episode
An employee had a heart attack during a 2-mile walking event and was hospitalized.
2021-10-13LongviewTxPRIMORIS T&D SERVICES, LLC.BODY SYSTEMSIndirect exposure to electricity, greater than 220 volts
An employee was securing a guy wire. Voltage from a 19,000-volt circuit traveled down the wire and shocked the employee, whose heart stopped. The employee was resuscitated and hospitalized.
2021-09-09MobileAlGoodwill Industries of the Gulf Coast, IncBODY SYSTEMSOverexertion involving outside sources
An employee was moving boxes and began to feel severe chest pains. The employee was hospitalized for possible heart issues.
2021-08-09SomersetPaWaste ManagementBODY SYSTEMSStings and venomous bites
Two employees were servicing a waste container located inside a shed. One of the employees received two bee stings on the head. The injured employee experienced an allergic reaction and a heart attack.
2021-08-02BoiseIdIntermountain Gas Company, Inc.HeartMultiple types of overexertion involving outside sources
An employee was repairing a natural gas line leak on an extreme heat day (which entailed using a hand shovel to dig two 19- to 20-inch holes in packed soil: one hole to expose the gas line to stop the flow of gas and one to make the repair). The employee had a heart attack and was hospitalized.
2021-07-01Fort MyersFlAutoNation Toyota Fort MyersBODY SYSTEMSExposure to environmental heat
An employee had been repairing a vehicle and felt dizzy and had a rapid heartbeat. The employee was hospitalized for a heat illness.
2021-06-29LucasvilleOhOhio Basement AuthorityHeartExposure to environmental heat
On June 29, 2021, an employee passed out on the job site where heat and humidity was a factor. He was hospitalized for a heart attack.
2021-06-17CincinnatiOhEncore Label & PackagingHeartNonclassifiable
An employee was operating a printing press when he felt ill and was transported to the hospital, where he had a heart attack.
2021-05-20CentraliaIlSSM Health St Mary's HospitalHeartInjury by other person-unintentional or intent unknown, n.e.c.
A nurse responded to a small fire caused by a patient and then suffered a heart attack.
2021-05-01GlensidePaNeshaminy Constructors, Inc.BODY SYSTEMSIndirect exposure to electricity
An employee was standing on the bed of a crane, waiting to unhook a concrete block that the crane had just lifted off the ground. The crane hit an energized electrical wire and the employee was shocked, suffering internal burns and a heart arrhythmia. The employee was hospitalized.
2021-03-17SpringdaleArCargill, Inc.Fingertip(s)Caught in running equipment or machinery during regular operation
An employee was feeding product into a heart and liver machine. The machine amputated her right ring fingertip below the nailbed.
2021-03-05NewarkDeDelaware SupermarketsHeartMultiple types of overexertion involving outside sources
An employee was bailing cardboard and started feeling ill. The employee was hospitalized for a heart attack.
2021-02-25FlippinArFPNC, Inc.HeartOverexertion involving outside sources
An employee was moving residents from beds to wheel chairs and changing bedding. The employee had a heart attack.
2021-02-19Oklahoma CityOkUS FOODSHeartMultiple types of overexertion involving outside sources
An employee was shoveling snow at a delivery location, experienced chest pains, and was hospitalized for a heart attack.
2021-02-15Moon TownshipPaFedEx Ground Package System, Inc.HeartMultiple types of overexertion involving outside sources
On February 15, 2020, after shoveling snow in the yard, an employee went into the office and stated he felt ill. The employee was hospitalized due to suffering a heart attack.
2021-02-02New RochelleNySamson Management Payroll Service Corp.HeartMultiple types of overexertion involving outside sources
An employee was removing snow at a property. He was using the company plow truck, shovels, and a snow blower. The employee experienced shortness of breath, chest pain, and fatigue. He was later hospitalized for a heart attack.
2021-02-01Tipp CityOhMeijer DistributionHeartOverexertion involving outside sources
An employee who had been spreading salt had a heart attack and was hospitalized.
2021-01-19WoosterOhWooster Cemetery AssociationChest, except internal location of diseases or disordersStruck by falling object or equipment, n.e.c.
An employee was cutting down a tree. It started to fall, then struck him as he ran away. He suffered three broken ribs in the lower back, a bruised heart, and blood in the lungs.
2021-01-06Fort WorthTxUnited Apartment GroupHeartInjured by physical contact with person while restraining, subduing-unintentional
An employee suffered a heart attack after breaking up an altercation between an employee and a guest.
2020-10-19YigoGuBLACK CONSTRUCTION CORPORATIONHeartBodily conditions, n.e.c.
An employee had been stripping foundation form work. The employee was in the break area when he got up to get a drink of water and collapsed due to a heart attack.
2020-09-26Mount OrabOhDeltro Electric LTDBODY SYSTEMSDirect exposure to electricity
An employee was cutting the heads off a solar panel harness when he touched the torque tube (metal frame on solar panel) and was shocked. He suffered a loss of consciousness and had an irregular heartbeat.
2020-09-18Dfw AirportTxFlatiron Construction Inc.HeartOverexertion involving outside sources
An employee returned from his lunch break and was performing labor which included removing dirt clods from a small trench. The employee was sweating and pale, and stated that his chest was hurting. The employee was hospitalized for a heart attack.
2020-09-15HuntsvilleAlCook's Pest Control IncBODY SYSTEMSStings and venomous bites
An employee was stung by a bee or wasp and was hospitalized for heart arrhythmia.
2020-09-01ChristovalTxClearway EnergyBODY SYSTEMSDirect exposure to electricity
An employee was working on the wind farm and received an electric shock from a cattle gate. He was hospitalized, suffering from dizziness and a low heart rate.
2020-08-25Grand PrairieTxPenske LogisticsHeartNonclassifiable
An employee that had been driving a forklift suffered a heart attack.
2020-08-06BristolPaIEW Coonstruction GroupHeartNonclassifiable
An employee had a heart attack while testing a transformer and removing the lines.
2020-08-04AustinTxOsburn ContractorsHeartExposure to environmental heat
An employee was hospitalized for a heart attack, possibly related to heat stress.
2020-08-04CalexicoCaU.S. Customs & Border ProtectionHeartExposure to environmental heat
On August 4, 2020, at approximately 4:20 PM, an employee was walking outside between work stations in extreme heat. The employee had his duty gear on and was carrying a backpack with first responder gear when he collapsed. The employee had a heart attack and was hospitalized.
2020-07-31AllentownPennsylvaniaPietrini Contractors, Inc.BODY SYSTEMSExposure to environmental heat
An employee was moving material from a loading dock to the seventh-floor level via hoist. He became dizzy, began to sweat heavily, and could not stand. He was hospitalized, suffering from dehydration and an elevated heart rate possibly due to heat exposure.
2020-06-26Mount VernonOhioJeld-Wen, Inc.Multiple body partsStruck by dislodged flying object, particle
On June 26, 2020, a steel chain on a roll-off truck trailer broke and struck an employee on the arm, causing fractured ribs, a fractured sternum, a small contusion to the right lung, a heart contusion, a broken right hand (at the metacarpal joint), and a wrist laceration.
2020-06-22The VillagesFloridaABM Industries, LLCBODY SYSTEMSExposure to environmental heat
On 06/22/2020 at about 4:30 PM, an employee was off-loading equipment after doing eight hours of landscaping duties and riding for one hour in the air conditioned truck. He started feeling ill and was hospitalized for a heart attack and dehydration.
2020-06-02HoustonTexasSkyline Forming South Texas, Inc.BODY SYSTEMSExposure to electricity
An employee was wrecking on the first floor of a parking garage under construction. He placed a hand on a fence and felt an electrical shock through his arm. He was hospitalized with an increased heart rate and elevated blood pressure.
2020-05-28Lithia SpringsGeorgiaWalmartHeartOverexertion involving outside sources
An employee had been mopping and hand scrubbing spilled paint off the floor. The employee lost consciousness due to a possible heart attack. He fell and struck his head on a pallet jack.
2020-05-15HoustonTexasThe Comflow CompanyMultiple trunk locationsStruck by falling object or equipment, n.e.c.
A fire sprinkler pipe burst or became detached from an anchor, causing large pieces of piping to fall. A falling piece of the pipe stuck the employee in the shoulder and head. The employee suffered broken ribs, a broken sternum, a heart injury, two punctured lungs, and a crushed back vertebra that caused paralysis from the chest down.
2020-05-11SpringvilleAlabamaWalmart Supercenter#3386HeartOverexertion involving outside sources
An employee was unloading a general merchandise truck when he experienced chest pains. He was hospitalized with a heart attack.
2020-04-27LantanaFloridaWM Lantana RecyclingHead and trunkNonclassifiable
An employee who had been operating an excavator reported experiencing a headache, increased heart rate, and chest pains. The employee was hospitalized.
2020-04-13Livermore FallsMaineCianbro CorporationHeartNonclassifiable
Employee was climbing down from a pole after assisting CMP with storm restoration and fell to the ground. He was hospitalized with a heart attack and pneumonia.
2020-04-07BedfordNew HampshirHAMPSHIRE FIRE PROTECTION, INC.HeartOverexertion involving outside sources
An employee had been unloading material from a truck. The employee had a heart attack and was hospitalized.
2020-03-24Saint LouisMissouriGateway Arch National ParkHeartOverexertion and bodily reaction
An employee who had been exercising, experienced a heart attack and was hospitalized.
2020-03-04DeltaOhioAWL Transport, Inc.HeartOverexertion and bodily reaction
An employee removed the tarp from a load on her truck, suffered a heart attack, and was hospitalized.
2020-02-26CarlinvilleIllinoisHeritage HealthHeartMultiple types of overexertion involving outside sources
An employee arrived at work and started shoveling snow. Within minutes, the employee felt upper chest pain and went back inside to alert others. The employee was hospitalized for a heart attack and underwent surgery.
2020-02-18La GrangeIllinoisEdward D. Jones & Co., LPBODY SYSTEMSExposure to traumatic or stressful event, n.e.c.
An employee was verbally harassed by a client and experienced extreme heart palpitations and a spike in blood pressure, requiring hospitalization.
2020-01-11HoustonTexasCorrugated Concepts and Packaging, Inc.BODY SYSTEMSExposure to traumatic or stressful event, n.e.c.
An employee felt ill after a fatality occurred in the workplace, requiring hospitalization for a possible heart problem.
2019-08-22GrinnellIowaU.S. Postal ServiceBODY SYSTEMSStings and venomous bites
An employee was delivering mail to a residence when he was stung by a wasp or bee. The employee had a severe allergic reaction and went into anaphylactic shock which caused a heart attack.
2019-08-18NormanOklahomaOG & EBODY SYSTEMSExposure to environmental heat
A meter technician was replacing a CT meter loop that had been damaged during a storm; he had been working outdoors most of the day. He became ill, with blurred vision and disorientation. He was hospitalized for dehydration and/or heart-related issues.
2019-08-07MaconGeorgiaSouthern DirtWorks, LLCChest, except internal location of diseases or disordersStruck by dislodged flying object, particle
An employee was using an excavator along with a chain to pull a dump truck that was stuck. The chain broke and hit the employee in the chest causing a laceration, a bruise, a cracked sternum, and also caused his heart to beat out of rhythm. The employee was hospitalized.
2019-07-21LubbockTexasHydrite Chemical CompanyBODY SYSTEMSExposure to environmental heat
An employee felt symptoms of a heart attack and was admitted to hospital with heat stress.
2019-07-16New OrleansLouisianaSodexo, INCBODY SYSTEMSExposure to environmental heat
An employee had been cutting grass on a tractor. The employee was found laying on the break room floor. He was shaking, feeling ill, and could not get up on his own. He was hospitalized with possible dehydration, a heart attack, or heat stroke.
2019-06-14LibertyTexasU.S. Postal ServiceBODY SYSTEMSExposure to environmental heat
After delivering mail on a rural route, an employee experienced an aggravated heartbeat due to heat stress, requiring hospitalization.
2019-06-03Mineral WellsWest VirginiSystem One Holdings LLCHeartWalking, without other incident-single episode
A pipeline inspector was walking up a hill when he started having pain in his chest and shoulder. The employee was hospitalized for a potential heart issue.
2019-05-24WallerTexasLofton Security Service, Inc.Chest, except internal location of diseases or disordersNonroadway collision with object other than vehicle
An employee was patrolling the complex in a golf cart when the employee collided with a stationary trailer, suffering a laceration to the right leg, body contusions, a bruised aorta, and a blood clot in the heart.
2019-05-15Bay Saint LouisMississippiOchsun Hancock Medical CenterBODY SYSTEMSExposure through medical injection
An employee had a reaction to an MMR vaccination; they had chest pains and an elevated heart rate.
2019-04-21WichitaKansasAllied Universal Security HeartIntentional injury by other person, n.e.c.
An employee was in the office zip tying two individuals to a security vehicle and was struck with a taser twice in the mid-section causing the employee to suffer a heart attack.
2019-04-18Dfw AirportTexasAmerican AirlinesBODY SYSTEMSOverexertion involving outside sources
An employee was unloading baggage and suffered a heart attack.
2019-04-03HoustonTexasVolt Power, LLCHeartBodily conditions, n.e.c.
An employee had a heart attack while at work. The employee was descending a utility pole when he began to present symptoms.
2019-03-04NewportRhode IslandNavy ExchangeBODY SYSTEMSMultiple types of overexertion involving outside sources
While shoveling snow from a sidewalk, an employee felt a racing heart, chest pains, and shortness of breath. The employee was hospitalized.
2019-02-26Model CityNew YorkModern CorporationBODY SYSTEMSExposure to traumatic or stressful event, n.e.c.
An employee was inspecting a compactor and saw an electrical wire near the compactor. The employee then suffered a panic attack involving shortness of breath, dizziness, and heart racing.
2019-02-22PittsburghPennsylvaniaSt. Moritz Building Services Inc.BODY SYSTEMSInjured by physical contact with person while restraining, subduing-unintentional
A security guard was injured while trying to break up a fight between students. He was punched and kicked and hospitalized for elevated blood pressure and heart rate.
2019-02-11OswegoNew YorkHarbor Freight ToolsChest, except internal location of diseases or disordersExposure to harmful substances or environments, n.e.c.
An employee was hospitalized when his pacemaker was exposed to magnetic fields causing an irregular heartbeat.
2019-01-29AustinTexasBMS Cat, Inc.HeartOverexertion and bodily reaction
An employee was taking out the trash at a worksite and suffered a suspected heart attack.
2019-01-23CentennialColoradoTerracare AssociatesHeartMultiple types of overexertion involving outside sources
An employee suffered a heart attack while shoveling road salt from the back of a truck.
2018-09-19LancasterPennsylvaniaLancaster General HospitalHeartExposure to traumatic or stressful event, n.e.c.
An employee suffered a heart attack after arguing with another employee.
2018-09-15San AntonioTexasWalmart 2404BODY SYSTEMSBodily conditions, n.e.c.
An employee was stocking freight and suffered a heart attack.
2018-09-05Pinellas ParkFloridaLakeshore Employment, Inc.HeartExposure through intact skin, eyes, or other exposed tissue
Two employees were trimming trees and bushes in a mobile home park when they both had heart attacks due to possible oleander bush poisoning. They were both hospitalized.
2018-08-23OrlandoFloridaRue Quality Systems, Inc.BODY SYSTEMSExposure to environmental heat
After reporting to work at 7:00 a.m., an employee became lethargic and shaky at about 9:30. Suffering from possible heat exhaustion, he was hospitalized for testing related to a possible heart attack.
2018-08-21MetairieLouisianaSam's ClubHeartHitting, kicking, beating, shoving
Two employees were arguing in the break room when one of the employees punched the other employee in the face. The injured employee's chest later began hurting, and he suffered a heart attack.
2018-08-16CorningNew YorkQuality Structures, Inc. HeartNonclassifiable
An employee suffered a heart attack after excavating concrete, requiring hospitalization.
2018-08-13WatkinsColoradoPeople ReadyHeartNonclassifiable
An employee was hospitalized for a suspected heart attack while installing solar panels.
2018-08-09Fall RiverMassachusettSteward HealthcareHeartBending, crawling, reaching, twisting-single episode
On August 9, 2018, while bending over a patient's stretcher to draw blood, an employee developed back pain and difficulty breathing possibly related to a heart attack.
2018-08-08PiquaOhioCrane Pumps and SystemsHeartExposure to other harmful substances
An employee mixed epoxy paint and thinner (two-part epoxy) and added it to a pneumatic spray gun before entering a negative pressure paint booth to paint a pump. The employee wore safety glasses, gloves, and a half-mask respirator before entering the paint booth. Within 10 minutes of removing the respirator and cleaning the gun, the employee began itching due to a suspected allergic reaction to the paint. The employee was hospitalized for a possible heart attack.
2018-07-30KatyTexasUSPSBODY SYSTEMSExposure to environmental heat
After finishing a delivery, an employee began experiencing dizziness, shortness of breath, sweating, and a racing heart, possibly heat-related.
2018-07-23HuntingtonWest VirginiRichwood Investment Casting, Inc.BODY SYSTEMSBodily conditions, n.e.c.
On 07/23/18, an employee was working with a grinder and low carbon cast steel shot that contained iron, manganese, carbon, and silica. He experienced respiratory issues and leg and foot swelling. He was hospitalized for congestive heart failure.
2018-07-02New FlorencePennsylvaniaGREGORI CONSTRUCTION & ENGINEERING, INCHeartOverexertion and bodily reaction
An employee working outside applying grout began showing signs of physical distress including sharp pain in the right back, shoulder and arm areas. The employee was hospitalized for a heart attack.
2018-06-30BethlehemPennsylvaniaF.A.Rohrbach Inc.HeartNonclassifiable
An employee was hospitalized after suffering a heart attack while installing a concrete pad on June 30, 2018.
2018-06-28Garden ValleyIdahoCentennial Job CorpsBODY SYSTEMSWalking, without other incident-single episode
A student wildland firefighter was being trained on a prescribed burn and was hiking up a 2.5 mile incline when he began to have a rapid heart rate and difficulty breathing. The student was hospitalized.
2018-06-16CincinnatiOhioThe Cincinnati Reds, LLCBODY SYSTEMSExposure to environmental heat
While working in high temperatures, an employee suffered a rapid heart rate, stomach pain, and weakness due to heat stress. The employee was hospitalized.
2018-06-14Carson CityNevadaBureau of Land Management, Carson CityBODY SYSTEMSExposure to environmental heat
An employee was unloading and loading multiple boxes of supplies in a supply trailer when he suffered heat-related symptoms, including heartburn, vomiting, and thirst. He was hospitalized. The supply trailer was not air conditioned and the outside temperature was in the 90-degree range at the time of the incident.
2018-06-02ColumbusOhioRIVERSIDE METHODIST HOSPITALHeartInjured by physical contact with person while restraining, subduing-unintentional
An employee was restraining a patient in the emergency department when the employee experienced chest pain and an irregular heartbeat.
2018-06-01ClevelandOhioEliza Jennings Nursing HomeHeartOverexertion involving outside sources
On 6/01/2018, an employee had a heart attack and collapsed after taking care of a patient, requiring hospitalization.
2018-05-29HartfordWisconsinWalmart 5463HeartOverexertion involving outside sources
An employee was stocking shelves and suffered a heart attack. The employee was hospitalized.
2018-05-24LutzFloridaNeuroRestorativeBODY SYSTEMSExposure to environmental heat
An employee was outside doing maintenance tasks when he suddenly experienced symptoms compatible with heat-related illness (increased heart rate, profuse sweating, feeling of lightheadedness, and tingling in arms).
2018-05-23West ChesterOhioCabela's Wholesale, L.L.C.BODY SYSTEMSNonclassifiable
An employee was training when he became lightheaded and experienced an irregular heartbeat.
2018-05-17RacineWisconsinUihlein ElectricHeartOverexertion in pushing, pulling, or turning-single episode
An employee was pulling wire and installing conduit and suffered a heart attack.
2018-05-11Oklahoma CityOklahomaH&H Plumbing and Utilities, Inc.HeartOverexertion and bodily reaction
An employee suffered a heart attack while laying water line pipe at a construction project.
2018-04-19BrentAlabamaU.S. Forest ServiceBODY SYSTEMSOther exertions or bodily reactions
An employee experienced fatigue, jaw pain and a rapid heartbeat while hiking.
2018-03-29Cape CanaveralFloridaLockheed Martin CorporationHeartMultiple types of exertions and bodily reactions
An employee was hospitalized after showing signs of a possible heart attack while completing a work-related treadmill stress test to keep his SCAPE certification.
2018-03-28ShirleyNew YorkLuitpold Pharmaceuticals, Inc.BODY SYSTEMSExposure to other harmful substances
An employee felt chest pain and heart palpitations while working in a staging area outside a pharmaceutical filling room. The condition possibly resulted from chemical sensitivity.
2018-03-15TriadelphiaWest VirginiCabela's Wholesale LLCHeartOverexertion involving outside sources
On March 15, 2018, at approximately 11:05 a.m., an employee complained of chest pains while working in the receiving department, transferring cardboard boxes that weighed 50 lbs. or less to wooden pallets. The employee was hospitalized for a possible heart attack.
2018-03-09WaterburyConnecticutI81 ConstructorsHeartMultiple types of overexertion involving outside sources
An employee was shoveling snow, went on a break and collapsed from a possible heart attack after returning from the break.
2018-02-21CollinsMississippiSANDERSON FARMSFinger(s), fingernail(s)Caught in running equipment or machinery during maintenance, cleaning
An employee was cleaning a heart and liver machine and raised a cover to remove chicken parts. His right hand contacted the moving machine parts, resulting in an open fracture to the third finger. The machine was not shut down at the time.
2018-02-20LakelandFloridaHaverty Furniture Company, Inc.HeartOverexertion and bodily reaction
An employee was unloading a truck when he began feeling sick. He was taken to the hospital where he suffered a heart attack.
2018-02-03LakelandFloridaPublix Super Markets, Inc.HeartOverexertion and bodily reaction
An employee was cleaning the floor in the security post when he began having pain that radiated from his neck down his left arm. The employee suffered a heart attack.
2018-01-03PascagoulaMississippiU.S. Coast GuardBODY SYSTEMSOverexertion involving outside sources, n.e.c.
An employee was riding his bicycle and suffered a heart attack.
2017-10-14OregonOhioMercy HealthBODY SYSTEMSInjured by physical contact with person while restraining, subduing-unintentional
On October 14, 2017, at approximately 7:00 p.m. an employee was hospitalized due to a possible heart attack after restraining a combative patient.
2017-09-22WeslacoTexasU.S. Customs and Border ProtectionBODY SYSTEMSExposure to environmental heat
While processing detainees at a desk, an employee experienced shortness of breath and an accelerated heart rate due to heat stress.
2017-09-14Mount VernonOhioJELD-WEN, INC.Multiple body partsCaught in running equipment or machinery
On September 14, 2017, an employee was hospitalized after suffering a head injury while operating a glass cutting machine. The employee bent down to the floor and was struck on the head by the moving bridge of the machine. The employee also suffered a heart attack.
2017-08-31Saddle BrookNew JerseySamtay, Inc.HeartOverexertion involving outside sources
An employee was unloading equipment from a work vehicle when his heart began beating rapidly.
2017-07-25CincinnatiOhioOK InteriorsBODY SYSTEMSOverexertion and bodily reaction
An employee was finishing drywall and suffered a heart attack.
2017-07-19NewarkNew JerseyDepartment of Homeland Security, U.S. Immigration & Customs EnforcementBODY SYSTEMSOverexertion and bodily reaction
An agent was working out in the gym and had a mild heart attack.