Fall on same level due to tripping over an object · Fractures
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Dicks Sporting Goods, Inc., 596 Giant St, MORGANTOWN, WEST VIRGINIA 26505
on — Fractures, affecting the hip(s) and leg(s) .
Final narrative
An employee tripped over a box of gift boxes at the front counter and fell on the floor. The employee sustained fractures to their left femur and hip.
HospitalizedHip(s) and leg(s) Floor, n.e.c.
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