Coolsys
Fall from collapsing structure or equipment, unspecified — Fractures — GRAND PRAIRIE, TEXAS
| Employer | Coolsys | Report ID | 2020065120 |
| Address | 1303 Jelmek Ave. | City, State ZIP | GRAND PRAIRIE, TEXAS 75050 |
| Event Date | June 2, 2020 | Outcome | Hospitalized |
| Nature of Injury | Fractures | Body Part | Ankle(s) |
| Event Type | Fall from collapsing structure or equipment, unspecified | Source of Injury | Ladders-fixed |
| Secondary Source | Floors, walkways, ground surfaces, unspecified | ||
| Industry (NAICS) | 423740 | Inspection # | — |
| GPS Coordinates | 32.80000, -97.02000 | ||
Incident Narrative
An employee fell from a fixed ladder when it became unattached from the building, suffering a broken ankle.
Incident Summary
On June 2, 2020, a worker at Coolsys in GRAND PRAIRIE, TEXAS suffered fractures to the ankle(s). The incident was classified as fall from collapsing structure or equipment, unspecified, with ladders-fixed identified as the source of injury. The worker was hospitalized.
Context
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