Fall on same level due to tripping over an object · Soreness, pain, hurt-nonspecified injury
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at United Supermarkets, LLC, 700 N. Denton Tap Rd, COPPELL, TEXAS 75019
on — Soreness, pain, hurt-nonspecified injury, affecting the multiple body parts, n.e.c..
Final narrative
An employee was preparing demo samples when the employee tripped over an open lower cabinet door and fell to the floor, resulting in injuries to the shoulder and hip.
HospitalizedMultiple body parts, n.e.c.Floor, n.e.c.
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