ADESA BOSTON
Fall on same level, n.e.c. — Fractures — FRAMINGHAM, MASSACHUSETTS
| Employer | ADESA BOSTON | Report ID | 2019011141 |
| Address | 63 WESTERN AVE. | City, State ZIP | FRAMINGHAM, MASSACHUSETTS 01702 |
| Event Date | January 31, 2019 | Outcome | Hospitalized |
| Nature of Injury | Fractures | Body Part | Chest, except internal location of diseases or disorders |
| Event Type | Fall on same level, n.e.c. | Source of Injury | Floor, n.e.c. |
| Secondary Source | Doors, except garage and vehicle | ||
| Industry (NAICS) | 423120 | Inspection # | — |
| GPS Coordinates | 42.26000, -71.41000 | ||
Incident Narrative
On January 31, 2019, an employee was opening a door while carrying a battery pack and a clipboard when he tried to catch the door and lost his balance. He then fell onto the floor and broke two ribs.
Incident Summary
On January 31, 2019, a worker at ADESA BOSTON in FRAMINGHAM, MASSACHUSETTS suffered fractures to the chest, except internal location of diseases or disorders. The incident was classified as fall on same level, n.e.c., with floor, n.e.c. identified as the source of injury. The worker was hospitalized.
Context
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