Other fall to lower level, unspecified · Fractures
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at UCA, Cesar Chavez and Q ave, LUBBOCK, TEXAS 79424
on — Fractures, affecting the multiple body parts, n.e.c..
Final narrative
An employee was descending into a trench using a ladder when he lost his footing and fell off, hitting a pipe in the trench. He broke his ribs and clavicle.
HospitalizedMultiple body parts, n.e.c.Movable ladders, unspecified
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