Fall on same level due to slip or trip · Dislocations
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Walgreens, 23124 st andrews Ave., BOCA RATON, FLORIDA 33433
on — Dislocations, affecting the Knee(s).
Final narrative
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