TEXARKANA, TEXAS—
XOTECH, LLC
Fall on same level, n.e.c. · Fractures
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury at XOTECH, LLC, 12 Chapel St., TEXARKANA, TEXAS 75507 on — Fractures, affecting the hip(s).
Final narrative
A motor vehicle mechanic was tightening the nut on a break drum. As the employee was pulling the wrench towards himself he lost balance and fell backwards breaking the right hip.
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