Fall on same level while climbing stairs, steps, or curbs · Bruises, contusions
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at GOOD SAMARITAN HOSPITAL MEDICAL CENTER, 1000 MONTAUK HIGHWAY, WEST ISLIP, NEW YORK 11795
on — Bruises, contusions, affecting the multiple head locations.
Final narrative
An employee rode a shuttle bus from the parking lot to the building. When she stepped off the bus and onto the street, she tripped on a curb, fell forward, and struck a cement column. She suffered contusions to the head, face, and scalp.
HospitalizedMultiple head locationsCurbs
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