Fall on same level due to tripping, unspecified · Fractures
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Office Depot Store #6118, 1505 W. 41st Street, SIOUX FALLS, SOUTH DAKOTA 57105
on — Fractures, affecting the shoulder(s), including clavicle(s), scapula(e).
Final narrative
An employee suffered a broken shoulder after tripping and falling onto a same level walking-working surface.
HospitalizedShoulder(s), including clavicle(s), scapula(e)Floor, n.e.c.
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