# Fractures (except skull fractures) and concussions at Comcast
> OSHA SIR `2016098582` · 9/11/2016 · ROSLINDALE, MASSACHUSETTS
## Severity
- **1 hospitalization**
- **Body part:** Multiple body parts, n.e.c.
- **Nature of injury:** Fractures (except skull fractures) and concussions
## Cause
- **Event:** Other fall to lower level 26 to 30 feet
- **Source:** Porches, balconies, decks, patios
## Employer
- **Name:** Comcast
- **Location:** 30 Montvale Street, ROSLINDALE, MASSACHUSETTS, 02131
- **NAICS:** 515210
- **Jurisdiction:** 1
## Narrative

An employee was inspecting existing cable wiring on a third-floor balcony. The balcony railing broke and allowed him to fall approximately 30 feet to the ground below. He broke his lower left leg and suffered a mild concussion and contusions.

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