Fall on same level due to tripping, n.e.c. · Traumatic injuries and disorders, unspecified
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Goodwill Industries, 2800 South Lamar, AUSTIN, TEXAS 78704
on — Traumatic injuries and disorders, unspecified, affecting the nonclassifiable.
Final narrative
An employee was walking out of the store when she missed a step, tripped, and hit the Z rack that is placed against the wall.
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