Other fall to lower level, unspecified · Fractures
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at GARY JOB CORPS, 2800 AIRPORT HWY 21, SAN MARCOS, TEXAS 78667
on — Fractures, affecting the thigh(s).
Final narrative
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