Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Valiant Integrated Services, DRTS Range, FORT STEWART, GEORGIA 31314
on — Fractures, affecting the lower leg(s).
Final narrative
An employee suffered a fractured right fibula while uninstalling recording equipment from a military vehicle.
HospitalizedLower leg(s)Nonclassifiable
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