Fall on same level due to slip or trip · Traumatic injuries or exposures unspecified
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Dollar Tree, Inc., 12630 TX-185, BLOOMINGTON, TEXAS 77951
on — Traumatic injuries or exposures unspecified, affecting the Ankle(s).
Final narrative
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