Fall on same level due to tripping, unspecified · Dislocation of joints
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Coca-Cola , Sam's Club, WILLIAMSTOWN, NEW JERSEY 08094
on — Dislocation of joints, affecting the shoulder(s), including clavicle(s), scapula(e).
Final narrative
An employee tripped and fell dislocating a shoulder.
HospitalizedShoulder(s), including clavicle(s), scapula(e)Floors, walkways, ground surfaces, unspecified
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