Fall on same level due to tripping over an object · Internal injuries to organs and blood vessels of the trunk
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Dawson Construction, Makua Valley Military Reservation, WAIANAE, HAWAII 96792
on — Internal injuries to organs and blood vessels of the trunk, affecting the chest, except internal location of diseases or disorders.
Final narrative
While unloading branches from a trailer, an employee tripped and fell onto a stump. The employee broke two ribs and suffered partially collapsed lungs.
HospitalizedChest, except internal location of diseases or disordersGround, n.e.c.
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