VON ALST OPERATING, LLC
Fall from collapsing structure or equipment, unspecified — Fractures — HIGHLAND, ILLINOIS
| Employer | VON ALST OPERATING, LLC | Report ID | 20231211148 |
| Address | 1115 Broadway | City, State ZIP | HIGHLAND, ILLINOIS 62249 |
| Event Date | December 6, 2023 | Outcome | Hospitalized |
| Nature of Injury | Fractures | Body Part | Chest, except internal location of diseases or disorders |
| Event Type | Fall from collapsing structure or equipment, unspecified | Source of Injury | Step ladders |
| Secondary Source | Floor, n.e.c. | ||
| Industry (NAICS) | 238310 | Inspection # | — |
| GPS Coordinates | 38.73000, -89.67000 | ||
Incident Narrative
An employee was on a step ladder applying glue to a panel when the ladder fell apart, causing the employee to fall to the floor. The employee sustained rib fractures.
Incident Summary
On December 6, 2023, a worker at VON ALST OPERATING, LLC in HIGHLAND, ILLINOIS suffered fractures to the chest, except internal location of diseases or disorders. The incident was classified as fall from collapsing structure or equipment, unspecified, with step ladders identified as the source of injury. The worker was hospitalized.
Context
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