Struck against stationary object while rising, lowering · Concussions
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Quest Diagnostics, 1580 Branan Field Road, MIDDLEBURG, FLORIDA 32068
on — Concussions, affecting the Brain.
Final narrative
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