# Fractures at SOUTHWEST AIRLINES
> OSHA SIR `2015118866` · 11/23/2015 · DALLAS, TEXAS
## Severity
- **1 hospitalization**
- **Body part:** Knee(s)
- **Nature of injury:** Fractures
## Cause
- **Event:** Fall on same level, n.e.c.
- **Source:** Floors, walkways, ground surfaces, n.e.c.
## Employer
- **Name:** SOUTHWEST AIRLINES
- **Location:** 2702 LOVE FIELD DRIVE, DALLAS, TEXAS, 75235
- **NAICS:** 481111
- **Jurisdiction:** 1
## Narrative

An employee lost their footing and fell in the jet way while boarding the aircraft. The employee scraped both elbows and knees and broke their right kneecap, requiring surgery.

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*Source: [OSHA Severe Injury Reports](https://www.osha.gov/severe-injury-reports) · MORVS · CC0 1.0*