Other fall to lower level, unspecified · Fractures
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Xcel Energy, 790 S Buchanan St, AMARILLO, TEXAS 79101
on — Fractures, affecting the chest, except internal location of diseases or disorders.
Final narrative
An employee was on a ladder stand, removing bolts. He fell to the ground and suffered broken ribs.
HospitalizedChest, except internal location of diseases or disordersMovable ladders, n.e.c.
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