# Internal injuries to organs and blood vessels of the trunk at Choice Aviation Services
> OSHA SIR `2023032585` · 3/22/2023 · BANGOR, MAINE
## Severity
- **1 hospitalization**
- **Body part:** Abdomen, except internal location of diseases or disorders
- **Nature of injury:** Internal injuries to organs and blood vessels of the trunk
## Cause
- **Event:** Other fall to lower level 11 to 15 feet
- **Source:** Floors, walkways, ground surfaces, n.e.c.
- **Secondary source:** Airport runways
## Employer
- **Name:** Choice Aviation Services
- **Location:** 299 Godfrey Blvd, BANGOR, MAINE, 04401
- **NAICS:** 488119
- **Jurisdiction:** 1
## Narrative

The injured employee was opening the door of the jet bridge to pass a passenger's checked item to another employee when they fell approximately 11 feet to the concrete below. The employee sustained fractured ribs, a fractured pelvis, and a laceration to the spleen.

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