Other fall to lower level less than 6 feet · Fractures
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at WellPath, SCI-Retreat, HUNLOCK CREEK, PENNSYLVANIA 18621
on — Fractures, affecting the shoulder(s), including clavicle(s), scapula(e).
Final narrative
While walking down steps, an employee tripped and fell onto the concrete surface. The employee suffered a broken shoulder and was hospitalized.
HospitalizedShoulder(s), including clavicle(s), scapula(e)Stairs, steps, unspecified
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