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Fractures

1 hospitalization · 2018099644 · 9/18/2018 · SUNRISE ERECTORS, INC.

Severity

Hospitalized
1
Amputation
0
Loss of eye
0
Body part
Chest, except internal location of diseases or disorders
Nature of injury
Fractures

Cause

Event
Fall from collapsing structure or equipment 11 to 15 feet
Source
Aerial lifts, scissor lifts-except truck-mounted
Secondary source
Floors, walkways, ground surfaces, unspecified

Employer

Name
SUNRISE ERECTORS, INC.
Location
Landmark Center, BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS, 02215
NAICS
238120
Jurisdiction
1

Narrative

An employee was working in a boom lift to take measurements for a replacement panel when the weld between the boom lift mast and jib broke, causing the employee to fall 12 to 15 feet within the basket to the ground. The employee fractured six ribs.

Source

Authoritative
OSHA Severe Injury Reports
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