GRAND FORKS, NORTH DAKOTA—
HB Sound and Light, Inc.
Fall to lower level from collapsing structure or equipment 6 to 30 feet · Fractures
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury at HB Sound and Light, Inc., One Ralph Engelstad Arena Drive, GRAND FORKS, NORTH DAKOTA 58203 on — Fractures , affecting the Trunk and other upper extremities.
Final narrative
An employee was installing lighting. The employee broke through a drop ceiling and fell 26 feet, suffering fractures to the ribs, pelvis, and left wrist as well as a head laceration.
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