Fall on same level due to tripping, unspecified · Fractures
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Orlando Health, 52 W Underwood Street, ORLANDO, FLORIDA 32806
on — Fractures, affecting the shoulder(s), including clavicle(s), scapula(e).
Final narrative
An employee was walking along the main corridor when she tripped and fell to the floor. The employee was hospitalized with a fractured left shoulder.
HospitalizedShoulder(s), including clavicle(s), scapula(e)Floor, unspecified
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