Accident Report Detail
Accident Summary Nr: 170617997 - Employee fractures legs in fall from ladder
| Inspection Nr | Date Opened | SIC | NAICS | Establishment Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 125863746 | 11/15/1995 | 4225 | 0 | Macy'S West |
Abstract: Employee #1, a maintenance engineer, was on an aluminum extension ladder, performing overhead work between shipping doors #7 and #8. He finished his work and had started down the ladder when his foot caught one of the rungs. He lost his balance and fell 12 ft 6 in. onto the concrete dock floor. Employee #1 fractured both legs and was taken to a nearby hospital for treatment. There were no apparent violations of existing safety standards.
| Employee # | Inspection Nr | Age | Sex | Degree of Injury | Nature of Injury | Occupation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 125863746 | Hospitalized injury | Fracture | Specified mechanics and repairers |
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