Fall on same level due to tripping over an object · Fractures
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Cintas Corporation No 2, 1099 N Wickham Rd, MELBOURNE, FLORIDA 32935
on — Fractures, affecting the hip(s).
Final narrative
An employee tripped on cables and fell to the ground, suffering a hip fracture. The employee was hospitalized, requiring surgery.
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