Fall on same level due to tripping over self · Fractures
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Big Lots 4134, 6300 Rufe Snow Dr., NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, TEXAS 76148
on — Fractures, affecting the chest, except internal location of diseases or disorders.
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Final narrative
An employee was working at the front register. When she turned around, she tripped and fell on her back resulting in four fractured ribs.
HospitalizedChest, except internal location of diseases or disordersFloor, n.e.c.
An employee was loading a vehicle for mail delivery when she turned, tripped, and fell in the parking lot. The employee struck their head on the pavement and suffered a concussion.
The injured employee had been talking with another employee. As they went to turn around and walk, they tripped and fell to the floor. The employee was hospitalized with a broken hip.
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