Other fall to lower level, unspecified · Sprains, strains, tears, unspecified
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at DHL Express, 32nd Street between Madison Ave and Park Ave, NEW YORK, NEW YORK 10016
on — Sprains, strains, tears, unspecified, affecting the multiple body parts, unspecified.
Final narrative
At about 6:00 p.m., an employee was leaving his truck when he slipped and fell, his left side and back striking the truck's bumper. He suffered muscle and tendon injuries and lower back pain.
HospitalizedMultiple body parts, unspecifiedTruck-motorized freight hauling and utility, unspecified
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