FORT COLLINS, COLORADO—
William D. Hillen A Corporation
Struck by swinging or slipping object, other than handheld, n.e.c. · Internal injuries to organs and blood vessels of the trunk
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury at William D. Hillen A Corporation, CSU Campus, FORT COLLINS, COLORADO 80526 on — Internal injuries to organs and blood vessels of the trunk, affecting the chest, except internal location of diseases or disorders.
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Final narrative
An employee was hospitalized after being struck by a piece of debris (8 inch pipe) during a building demolition. The employee suffered nine broken ribs, a punctured lung, a broken finger and bruises on the face.
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