Other jump to lower level, unspecified · Fractures
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Rigaku Americas Corporation, 9009 New Trails Dr., THE WOODLANDS, TEXAS 77381
on — Fractures, affecting the ankle(s).
Final narrative
An employee jumped off the loading dock to assist a package delivery driver who fell. He sustained an ankle fracture that required surgery.
HospitalizedAnkle(s)Ramps, loading docks, dock plates
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