Fall on same level due to tripping over an object · Fractures
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Huntington Ingalls Industries Virginia, 4101 Washington Ave., NEWPORT NEWS, VIRGINIA 23607
on — Fractures, affecting the hip(s).
Final narrative
While standing in a squatting position, an employee stepped backwards, tripped over a pallet, and landed on his left backside, fracturing his left hip and requiring surgery.
HospitalizedHip(s)Floor, n.e.c.
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