# Fractures at Engineered Floors
> OSHA SIR `20181213115` · 12/22/2018 · DALTON, GEORGIA
## Severity
- **1 hospitalization**
- **Body part:** Leg(s), unspecified
- **Nature of injury:** Fractures
## Cause
- **Event:** Fall on same level, n.e.c.
- **Source:** Floor, n.e.c.
- **Secondary source:** Extension ladders
## Employer
- **Name:** Engineered Floors
- **Location:** 818 J&J Drive, DALTON, GEORGIA, 30721
- **NAICS:** 314110
- **Jurisdiction:** 1
## Narrative

A maintenance die mechanic was lowering a 16-foot extension ladder after inspecting a boiler. His foot became lodged between a gas line on the floor and the ladder, and he lost his balance. He suffered broken bones to his left and right legs.

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