U.S. Department of Justice - Federal Bureau of Investigation
Multiple types of exertions and bodily reactions · Strains
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at U.S. Department of Justice - Federal Bureau of Investigation, 1000 Custer Hollow Road, CLARKSBURG, WEST VIRGINIA 26306
on — Strains, affecting the back, including spine, spinal cord, unspecified.
Final narrative
An employee was working out in an onsite gym as part of his approved work activities. He strained his back while performing back extensions and was hospitalized.
HospitalizedBack, including spine, spinal cord, unspecifiedBodily motion or position of injured, ill worker
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