Fall on same level due to tripping over an object · Fractures
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Healthcare Services Group, Inc., Kings Harbor Multicare Center, BRONX, NEW YORK 10469
on — Fractures, affecting the knee(s) and leg(s).
Final narrative
While navigating a hand cart, an employee's right leg was caught under the cart. The employee tripped and fell to the floor, suffering a broken left leg/knee.
HospitalizedKnee(s) and leg(s)Floor, n.e.c.
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