Fall on same level due to tripping over an object · Fractures
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at White House Black Market Store 3078, 4032 Westheimer Street, HOUSTON, TEXAS 77027
on — Fractures, affecting the hip(s).
Final narrative
An employee was walking behind a cash wrap when her foot became caught on a bag handle that was sticking out, causing her to trip and fall. She broke her left hip.
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