Fall on same level due to tripping over an object · Fractures
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Northwell Health, 1983 Marcus Ave, LAKE SUCCESS, NEW YORK 11020
on — Fractures, affecting the chest, except internal location of diseases or disorders.
Final narrative
An employee tripped and fell on cardboard while walking, breaking a rib.
HospitalizedChest, except internal location of diseases or disordersFloors, walkways, ground surfaces, unspecified
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