Fall on same level due to slip or trip · Fractures
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Sam's East Inc., 2200 Greengate Center Circle, GREENSBURG, PENNSYLVANIA 15601
on — Fractures , affecting the Hip joint(s).
Final narrative
On 6/17/24, an employee was working behind the food counter when they tripped and fell to the floor. The employee sustained a broken left hip and was hospitalized for surgery.
Hospitalized Hip joint(s) Other constructed surface
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