Other fall to lower level unspecified · Sprains, strains, tears unspecified
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at WALMART #3337, 3159 ROUTE 9 SOUTH, RIO GRANDE, NEW JERSEY 08242
on — Sprains, strains, tears unspecified, affecting the Exterior and musculoskeletal structures of the back unspecified.
Final narrative
An employee fell from a 6' ladder while stocking shelves, landing on the ground and suffering a sprain/strain to his back.
Hospitalized Exterior and musculoskeletal structures of the back unspecified Portable ladders and stairs unspecified
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