Other fall to lower level less than 6 feet · Bruises, contusions
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at ABC PARTY RENTALS, INC. , 11091 NW 27th Street, DORAL, FLORIDA 33172
on — Bruises, contusions, affecting the multiple body parts, n.e.c..
Final narrative
An employee was walking when she fell off a loading dock platform to the ground, requiring hospitalization for contusions to the right wrist and head.
HospitalizedMultiple body parts, n.e.c.Ramps, loading docks, dock plates
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