Fall on same level due to tripping over self · Fractures
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Massachusetts General Hospital, 55 Fruit Street, BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS 02114
on — Fractures, affecting the arm(s), unspecified.
Final narrative
An employee tripped and fell to the floor, breaking her arm.
HospitalizedArm(s), unspecifiedFloor, n.e.c.
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