Fall on same level due to tripping over an object · Fractures
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Wal-Mart Stores, Inc., 4545 W. 6th Street, STILLWATER, OKLAHOMA 74074
on — Fractures, affecting the multiple pelvic region locations.
Final narrative
An employee was walking away from a counter when she tripped on a wire. She fell, suffering a hip/pelvis fracture as well as elbow and head injuries. She was hospitalized.
HospitalizedMultiple pelvic region locationsFloor, n.e.c.
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