Other fall to lower level unspecified · Cuts, lacerations, punctures without injury to internal structures
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Walmart, Inc., 14500 US HIGHWAY 301 S, STARKE, FLORIDA 32091
on — Cuts, lacerations, punctures without injury to internal structures, affecting the Scalp.
Final narrative
An employee was using a top stock cart. He fell while using the cart's ladder and struck the back of his head on the floor. The employee was hospitalized with a laceration to the back of his head.
Hospitalized Scalp Portable ladders and stairs n.e.c.
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