Fall on same level due to tripping over an object · Internal injuries to organs and blood vessels of the trunk
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Rite Aid, 5945 Post Rd , NORTH KINGSTOWN, RHODE ISLAND 02852
on — Internal injuries to organs and blood vessels of the trunk, affecting the chest, except internal location of diseases or disorders.
Final narrative
An employee was walking behind the front counter when she tripped over a phone cord and fell into the counter striking her ribs on the counter. The employee was hospitalized for a rib fracture and collapsed lung.
HospitalizedChest, except internal location of diseases or disordersFloor, n.e.c.
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