Other fall to lower level, unspecified · Fractures (except skull fractures) and concussions
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Chapman Corporation, 2518 Swisher Lane, WEST UNION, WEST VIRGINIA 26456
on — Fractures (except skull fractures) and concussions , affecting the multiple body parts, n.e.c..
Final narrative
A pipefitter was climbing down a detachable ladder attached to the side of a flatbed truck. He fell off the ladder and struck the ground, suffering a concussion, a broken collarbone, and broken ribs.
HospitalizedMultiple body parts, n.e.c.Semi, tractor-trailer, tanker truck
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