Exposure to environmental heat · Effects of heat and light, n.e.c.
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Mashantucket Pequot Gaming Enterprise, 350 Trolly Line Boulevard, MASHANTUCKET, CONNECTICUT 06338
on — Effects of heat and light, n.e.c., affecting the bODY SYSTEMS.
Final narrative
An employee collapsed, suffering from dehydration. The employee suffered an injury to the back of the head where it struck the floor.
HospitalizedBODY SYSTEMSHeat-environmental
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