Fall on same level n.e.c. · Traumatic injuries or exposures unspecified
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at ABM Aviation, 1100 Terminal Access Rd., FORT MYERS, FLORIDA 33913
on — Traumatic injuries or exposures unspecified, affecting the Rib(s), oblique area.
Final narrative
An employee was loading a stroller into a shuttle vehicle. The employee fell and hit the center console of the shuttle, suffering rib injuries.
Hospitalized Rib(s), oblique area Vehicle and machine cabin parts n.e.c.
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