Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Albertsons, 6999 Jack Rabbit LN, BELGRADE, MONTANA 59714
on — Fractures, affecting the multiple body parts, n.e.c..
Final narrative
A driver was making a delivery and was found on the ground behind the store with a fractured skull and a broken knee.
HospitalizedMultiple body parts, n.e.c.Nonclassifiable
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