Other jump to lower level 6 to 10 feet · Fractures
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Cirque Du Soleil (us), Inc., 1478 East Buena Vista Drive, LAKE BUENA VISTA, FLORIDA 32830
on — Fractures, affecting the lumbar region.
Final narrative
An employee was practicing an acrobatic act and jumping from one swing to another when she fell approximately 10 feet to the wood floor below, resulting in a lower lumbar fracture. Fall mats were in place at the time of the incident, but the employee fell outside of the mats.
HospitalizedLumbar regionRecreation and athletic equipment, n.e.c.
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