WAXAHACHIE, TEXAS—
Walmart Stores Inc.
Fall on same level due to slipping · Fractures
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury at Walmart Stores Inc., 1200 N. Hwy 77, WAXAHACHIE, TEXAS 75165 on — Fractures, affecting the ankle(s).
Final narrative
An employee was deflating a large plastic bag full of air when she slipped and fell to the ground. The employee's ankle was broken in three places; she was admitted for surgery.
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An employee was performing work tasks when he was struck by a vehicle that was pulling into the auto center for repair. The employee sustained tears to their left anterior cruciate ligament, medial collateral ligament, and posterior cruciate ligament, as well as a popliteal laceration.
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An employee was stocking shelves when a glass bottle fell. The employee went to catch it and the glass broke, resulting in a severe laceration to the employee's left hand.
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An employee was using a pocket knife to cut the zip ties off a package for a customer. The knife slipped and impaled his left hand between the thumb and index finger causing a laceration.
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