Fall on same level due to tripping over self · Fractures
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at HCA Houston Healthcare Kingwood, 22999 US HWY 59N, KINGWOOD, TEXAS 77339
on — Fractures, affecting the hip(s).
Final narrative
An employee tripped and fell while walking on a tile floor. The employee sustained a left hip fracture that required hospitalization and surgery.
HospitalizedHip(s)Floor, n.e.c.
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