Joann's Fabric
Fall on same level due to tripping over an object — Intracranial injuries, unspecified — PLANO, TEXAS
| Employer | Joann's Fabric | Report ID | 2015050466 |
| Address | 700 Alma Drive | City, State ZIP | PLANO, TEXAS 75075 |
| Event Date | May 8, 2015 | Outcome | Hospitalized |
| Nature of Injury | Intracranial injuries, unspecified | Body Part | Brain |
| Event Type | Fall on same level due to tripping over an object | Source of Injury | Floor, n.e.c. |
| Secondary Source | Blouses, shirts, dresses, trousers, skirts | ||
| Industry (NAICS) | 424310 | Inspection # | — |
| GPS Coordinates | 33.01000, -96.71000 | ||
Incident Narrative
An employee in the restroom lost her balance and tripped over her pant leg, falling and hitting her head on the wall. She dented her head and required hospitalization.
Incident Summary
On May 8, 2015, a worker at Joann's Fabric in PLANO, TEXAS suffered intracranial injuries, unspecified to the brain. The incident was classified as fall on same level due to tripping over an object, with floor, n.e.c. identified as the source of injury. The worker was hospitalized.
Context
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