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Multiple intracranial injuries, n.e.c.

1 hospitalization · 20191112133 · 11/22/2019 · LOWES HOME CENTERS, LLC

Severity

Hospitalized
1
Amputation
0
Loss of eye
0
Body part
Brain
Nature of injury
Multiple intracranial injuries, n.e.c.

Cause

Event
Fall on same level due to tripping over self
Source
Floor, n.e.c.

Employer

Name
LOWES HOME CENTERS, LLC
Location
1675 Georgesville Square Dr., COLUMBUS, OHIO, 43228
NAICS
444110
Jurisdiction
1

Narrative

The injured employee was helping a co-worker unpack a front load washer in the main drive aisle between appliances and plumbing. The injured employee went to step backwards and tripped. He fell backwards and landed flat on his back and his head struck the floor. He sustained a suspected brain bleed and concussion.

Source

Authoritative
OSHA Severe Injury Reports
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