Other fall to lower level 11 to 15 feet · Traumatic injuries and disorders, unspecified
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Department of the Navy-NSWC Port Hueneme Division, Bldg 22840, WHITE SANDS, NEW MEXICO 88002
on — Traumatic injuries and disorders, unspecified, affecting the nonclassifiable.
Final narrative
While conducting an inventory check in preparation for an inspection, an employee was climbing a fixed ladder and fell approximately 12 feet. He was hospitalized.
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