Fall on same level due to tripping over an object · Internal injuries to organs and blood vessels of the trunk
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Entergy Arkasas, 2415 NW Ave., EL DORADO, ARKANSAS 71730
on — Internal injuries to organs and blood vessels of the trunk, affecting the abdomen, except internal location of diseases or disorders.
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Final narrative
An employee was walking, tripped over a root and fell resulting in a kidney injury.
HospitalizedAbdomen, except internal location of diseases or disordersGround, n.e.c.
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