Worker hit in head by excavator bucket

The worker was in a trench
May 17, 2023

An excavator bucket “slipped” and hit a worker in the head, according to news reports.

The worker was in a trench working to install drainage culverts in Cedar City, Utah, when the accident occurred.  

The worker was treated at the scene then transported to a hospital.

Watch the video report.

About the Author

Rod Sutton

Sutton served as the editorial lead of Construction Equipment from 2001 through 2025. 

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