Struck, caught, or crushed in other collapsing structure or equipment · Fractures
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Engineer Structures Inc., 2365 US Hwy 93, KALISPELL, MONTANA 59901
on — Fractures, affecting the lower leg(s).
Final narrative
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