Other fall to lower level unspecified · Traumatic injuries or exposures unspecified
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Metro Mattress Corp., 3153 Berlin Turnpike, NEWINGTON, CONNECTICUT 06111
on — Traumatic injuries or exposures unspecified, affecting the Trunk and other lower extremities.
Final narrative
An employee climbed a ladder to hang a sign, lost his balance, and fell to the floor. The employee sustained back and leg injuries.
Hospitalized Trunk and other lower extremities Portable ladders and stairs unspecified
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