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Compass Group USA, Inc.

Fall on same level due to slip or trip — Injuries to the brain, spinal cord and severe wounds, internal injuries — HAMDEN, CONNECTICUT

HOSPITALIZED — Worker hospitalized after incident at Compass Group USA, Inc. in HAMDEN, CONNECTICUT
Employer Compass Group USA, Inc. Report ID 2024032523
Address 670 Winter Green Avenue City, State ZIP HAMDEN, CONNECTICUT 06514
Event Date March 20, 2024 Outcome Hospitalized
Nature of Injury Injuries to the brain, spinal cord and severe wounds, internal injuries Body Part Head and extremities
Event Type Fall on same level due to slip or trip Source of Injury Other constructed surface
Secondary Source Movable floor coverings not attached
Industry (NAICS) 722310 Inspection # —
GPS Coordinates 41.35000, -72.96000

Incident Narrative

An employee tripped on a floor mat and fell to the floor, resulting in a head injury and a fractured/dislocated shoulder.

Incident Summary

On March 20, 2024, a worker at Compass Group USA, Inc. in HAMDEN, CONNECTICUT suffered injuries to the brain, spinal cord and severe wounds, internal injuries to the head and extremities. The incident was classified as fall on same level due to slip or trip, with other constructed surface identified as the source of injury. The worker was hospitalized.

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