Injury by other person-unintentional or intent unknown, n.e.c. · Fractures
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Walmart Supercenter #0766, 3100 Hough Road, FLORENCE, ALABAMA 35630
on — Fractures, affecting the multiple body parts, n.e.c..
Final narrative
An employee was walking when a customer's child ran into her, causing her to fall to the floor. She broke her right hip and right shoulder.
HospitalizedMultiple body parts, n.e.c.Other client or customer
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