Other fall to lower level less than 6 feet · Concussions
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Tractor Supply Company, 115 Leroux St., DONIPHAN, MISSOURI 63935
on — Concussions, affecting the Brain.
Final narrative
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