SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS—
Costco Wholesale
Fall on same level, n.e.c. · Fractures
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury at Costco Wholesale, 5611 UTSA Blvd, SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS 78249 on — Fractures, affecting the hip(s).
Final narrative
An employee was walking into a room when they were struck by the opening door. The employee fell to the floor and sustained a right hip fracture.
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