Fall on same level due to tripping over an object · Fractures
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Securitas Security Services USA, Inc., 2100 Cleveland Blvd, SANFORD, FLORIDA 32773
on — Fractures, affecting the hip(s).
Final narrative
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