OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLAHOMA—
Rivas Electric
Fall to lower level from collapsing structure or equipment more than 30 feet · Injuries to the brain, spinal cord and severe wounds, internal injuries
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Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury at Rivas Electric, 10333 W Reno Ave, OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLAHOMA 73127 on — Injuries to the brain, spinal cord and severe wounds, internal injuries, affecting the Multiple body parts n.e.c..
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Final narrative
An employee was installing electrical wiring at the third floor when they fell through an uncompleted stair case to the ground of the first floor, resulting in a concussion and fractures to their arm and pelvis.
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