Fall on same level due to tripping, unspecified · Fractures
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Burlington Stores, Inc., 2036 N Zaragoza Rd, EL PASO, TEXAS 79936
on — Fractures, affecting the foot (feet), unspecified.
Final narrative
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