L3 Technologies-Combat Propulsion Systems
Fall on same level due to tripping over an object — Fractures — FORT BELVOIR, VIRGINIA
| Employer | L3 Technologies-Combat Propulsion Systems | Report ID | 2017032021 |
| Address | 7900 Block Telegraph Road, Gate 7816 | City, State ZIP | FORT BELVOIR, VIRGINIA 22060 |
| Event Date | March 3, 2017 | Outcome | Hospitalized |
| Nature of Injury | Fractures | Body Part | Thigh(s) |
| Event Type | Fall on same level due to tripping over an object | Source of Injury | Floor, n.e.c. |
| Secondary Source | Power cords, electrical cords, extension cords | ||
| Industry (NAICS) | 333618 | Inspection # | 1221631 |
| GPS Coordinates | 38.74000, -77.15000 | ||
Incident Narrative
An employee was sitting in her chair. When she stood up she tripped on computer cables and cords and fell fracturing the left femur.
Incident Summary
On March 3, 2017, a worker at L3 Technologies-Combat Propulsion Systems in FORT BELVOIR, VIRGINIA suffered fractures to the thigh(s). 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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