Slip, trip, stumble on same level without fall · Sprains, strains, minor tears
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Mid-Hudson Concrete Products, Inc., 3504 Route 9, COLD SPRING, NEW YORK 10516
on — Sprains, strains, minor tears, affecting the Ankle(s).
Final narrative
An employee was opening a precast concrete form and rolled his ankle. The employee required surgery on his ankle.
Hospitalized Ankle(s) Ground, travel, and support surfaces unspecified
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