Fall through surface or existing opening 11 to 15 feet · Fractures and other injuries, unspecified
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at The Kearney Companies, LLC., Summerstone Residential Development Site, WESLEY CHAPEL, FLORIDA 33543
on — Fractures and other injuries, unspecified, affecting the multiple body parts, n.e.c..
Final narrative
An employee slipped while putting a manhole ladder into the hole of a structure. The employee fell into the hole and landed about 14 feet below, hitting his head, chest, and leg on the ground. He suffered two cracked ribs, a foot injury, and head trauma and was hospitalized.
HospitalizedMultiple body parts, n.e.c.Sewers, manholes, storm drains
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