Fall through surface or existing opening 16 to 20 feet · Fractures
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Crossland Construction Company, Inc., 12912 E 86th Street N, OWASSO, OKLAHOMA 74055
on — Fractures, affecting the face, unspecified.
Final narrative
An employee fell 18-20 feet through an uncovered hole in the roof while helping to install HVAC equipment. The employee was hospitalized for a facial fracture.
HospitalizedFace, unspecifiedExisting roof openings, other than skylights
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