Fall on same level due to tripping over an object · Fractures
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at PARKER-HANNIFIN CORP., 10625 BEAUDIN BLVD, WOODRIDGE, ILLINOIS 60517
on — Fractures, affecting the hip(s).
Final narrative
An employee was walking past a display board when they tripped over the support legs and fell, resulting in a broken left hip that required hospitalization.
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