Fall through surface or existing opening 11 to 15 feet · Fractures
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at International Ship Repair & Marine Services, Inc., 1616 Penny St. Dry dock # 910, TAMPA, FLORIDA 33605
on — Fractures, affecting the multiple body parts, n.e.c..
Final narrative
A pipe fitter was inspecting previously applied/added welds to the interior surface of a multi-level tank and fell approximately 14 feet through an opening in the floor to a lower level. He suffered blunt force trauma including cracked ribs, a broken wrist, broken teeth, and contusions.
HospitalizedMultiple body parts, n.e.c.Existing floor opening
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