Fall on same level due to tripping, n.e.c. · Fractures
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at ANN STORCK CENTER, INC. , 1790 SW 43RD WAY, FORT LAUDERDALE, FLORIDA 33317
on — Fractures, affecting the hip(s).
Final narrative
An employee was removing items from a cupboard. When she turned around, she tripped and fell over a child who was crawling on the floor, resulting in a broken hip.
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