Fall from collapsing structure or equipment less than 6 feet · Fractures
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc, 4500 San Pablo Road, JACKSONVILLE, FLORIDA 32224
on — Fractures, affecting the lower leg(s).
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Final narrative
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