Fall onto or against object on same level, n.e.c. · Fractures
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Arconic, 45 CR 42, MASSENA, NEW YORK 13662
on — Fractures, affecting the chest, except internal location of diseases or disorders.
Final narrative
An employee fractured a rib when he slipped and fell on a hose reel.
HospitalizedChest, except internal location of diseases or disordersFloors, walkways, ground surfaces, unspecified
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