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Fractures

1 hospitalization · 2023087914 · 8/28/2023 · Greater Metroplex Interiors, Inc.

Severity

Hospitalized
1
Amputation
0
Loss of eye
0
Body part
Wrist(s)
Nature of injury
Fractures

Cause

Event
Fall through surface or existing opening 16 to 20 feet
Source
Existing floor opening
Secondary source
Caps, lids, covers, n.e.c.

Employer

Name
Greater Metroplex Interiors, Inc.
Location
5800 Ownby Dr, DALLAS, TEXAS, 75205
NAICS
238310
Jurisdiction
1

Narrative

An employee was picking up tools at the end of the work day. As they stepped on a floor opening cover, the cover collapsed, causing the employee to fall 20 feet to the basement. The employee sustained bilateral wrist fractures.

Source

Authoritative
OSHA Severe Injury Reports
Machine
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