SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS—
Pep Boys San Antonio
Other jump to lower level, unspecified · Fractures
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury at Pep Boys San Antonio, 8103 Marbach Rd. , SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS 78227 on — Fractures, affecting the heel(s).
Final narrative
An employee was putting parts away while standing on a ladder when the ladder slipped. The employee dismounted the ladder and landed on their feet, breaking both heels.
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