VC 2 CONSTRUCTION INC
Fall through surface or existing opening 6 to 10 feet — Fractures — NOKOMIS, FLORIDA
| Employer | VC 2 CONSTRUCTION INC | Report ID | 20161111039 |
| Address | 1331 Oak Street | City, State ZIP | NOKOMIS, FLORIDA 34275 |
| Event Date | November 25, 2016 | Outcome | Hospitalized |
| Nature of Injury | Fractures | Body Part | Multiple body parts, n.e.c. |
| Event Type | Fall through surface or existing opening 6 to 10 feet | Source of Injury | Existing floor opening |
| Industry (NAICS) | 238130 | Inspection # | 1194096 |
| GPS Coordinates | 27.14000, -82.46000 | ||
Incident Narrative
While installing plywood covers over the stairwell opening of a new two-story residence, an employee fell approximately 9 feet through the opening from the second level of the home to the concrete floor, fracturing the neck, hip, and two ribs.
Incident Summary
On November 25, 2016, a worker at VC 2 CONSTRUCTION INC in NOKOMIS, FLORIDA suffered fractures to the multiple body parts, n.e.c.. The incident was classified as fall through surface or existing opening 6 to 10 feet, with existing floor opening identified as the source of injury. The worker was hospitalized.
Context
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