Fall on same level due to tripping, n.e.c. · Dislocation of joints
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Cracker Barrel Old Country Store, Inc., 8355 Razorback Dr., COLORADO SPRINGS, COLORADO 80920
on — Dislocation of joints, affecting the shoulder(s), including clavicle(s), scapula(e).
Final narrative
Two employees, both carrying food items, collided in a kitchen. One of them tripped, hit the ground, and suffered a dislocated shoulder. The employee was hospitalized.
HospitalizedShoulder(s), including clavicle(s), scapula(e)Floor, n.e.c.
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