Other fall to lower level, unspecified · Fractures
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Fidelity Building Services, 9800 Savage Road, FORT MEADE, MARYLAND 20755
on — Fractures, affecting the hip(s) and leg(s) .
Final narrative
An employee was exiting a box truck when the employee slipped off the step and fell to the ground, breaking the left hip and femur.
HospitalizedHip(s) and leg(s) Delivery truck or van
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