Fall through surface or existing opening, unspecified · Fractures
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at American Aluminum Extrusion Company, LLC, 5253 McCurry Rd, ROSCOE, ILLINOIS 61073
on — Fractures, affecting the chest, except internal location of diseases or disorders.
Final narrative
An employee was installing a piece of sheet metal on a roof when he fell through the 4-foot by 4-foot hole for it. He landed on the concrete floor, suffering two broken ribs and injuries to both legs.
HospitalizedChest, except internal location of diseases or disordersExisting roof openings, other than skylights
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