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 Sun Outdoors St. Augustine, 1505 Florida 207, SAINT AUGUSTINE, FLORIDA 32086
on — Traumatic injuries or exposures unspecified, affecting the Hip joint(s).
Final narrative
On May 20, 2024, at approximately 2:38 p.m., an employee tripped over a package that was delivered to the main office. The employee suffered a hip injury and was hospitalized.
Hospitalized Hip joint(s) Other constructed surface
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