Publix Super Markets, Inc.
Other fall to lower level less than 6 feet — Fractures — SAINT AUGUSTINE, FLORIDA
| Employer | Publix Super Markets, Inc. | Report ID | 2022065403 |
| Address | 125 Jenkins Street | City, State ZIP | SAINT AUGUSTINE, FLORIDA 32086 |
| Event Date | June 21, 2022 | Outcome | Hospitalized |
| Nature of Injury | Fractures | Body Part | Knee(s) |
| Event Type | Other fall to lower level less than 6 feet | Source of Injury | Step ladders |
| Secondary Source | Floors, walkways, ground surfaces, unspecified | ||
| Industry (NAICS) | 445110 | Inspection # | — |
| GPS Coordinates | 29.86000, -81.32000 | ||
Incident Narrative
On June 21, 2022, at approximately 6:53 a.m., an employee fell from a two-step ladder while pushing boxes and gathering supplies. The employee was hospitalized with a fractured right knee and required surgery.
Incident Summary
On June 21, 2022, a worker at Publix Super Markets, Inc. in SAINT AUGUSTINE, FLORIDA suffered fractures to the knee(s). The incident was classified as other fall to lower level less than 6 feet, with step ladders identified as the source of injury. The worker was hospitalized.
Context
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