Fall on same level due to slip or trip · Fractures
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Bomgaars Supply, Inc, 101 Ash St, COLUMBUS, NEBRASKA 68601
on — Fractures , affecting the Rib(s), oblique area.
Final narrative
An employee was walking to his car in the parking lot when he slipped on ice and snow and fell to the ground. He sustained five broken ribs and his right leg was strained.
Hospitalized Rib(s), oblique area Other constructed surface
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