Other fall to lower level less than 6 feet · Fractures and dislocations
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Nabors Drilling, 28.379 N99.728, CATARINA, TEXAS 78836
on — Fractures and dislocations, affecting the shoulder(s) and arm(s).
Final narrative
An employee was walking with a relief crew, inspecting rig-down operations. The employee fell through an open hinge floor plate, landing 3 1/2 feet below and suffering a dislocated left shoulder and broken left humerus.
HospitalizedShoulder(s) and arm(s)Existing floor opening
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