Fall on same level due to tripping, unspecified · Internal injuries to organs and blood vessels of the trunk
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Circle K, 11040 Memorial Parkway Southwest, HUNTSVILLE, ALABAMA 35803
on — Internal injuries to organs and blood vessels of the trunk, affecting the chest, except internal location of diseases or disorders.
Final narrative
An employee was walking on the sales floor when they tripped and fell, striking their head on a case. The employee sustained five rib fractures and a collapsed lung.
HospitalizedChest, except internal location of diseases or disordersFloor, unspecified
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