Fall on same level due to tripping over an object · Fractures
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at All-Clad Metalcrafters, LLC, 424 Morganza Road, CANONSBURG, PENNSYLVANIA 15317
on — Fractures, affecting the lower leg(s).
Final narrative
An employee tripped on a cord and fell on the concrete floor, landing on the right knee. The employee was hospitalized with a right knee contusion and right tibia fracture.
HospitalizedLower leg(s)Floor, n.e.c.
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