# Fractures at WEST KENDALL BAPTIST HOSPITAL, INC.
> OSHA SIR `2024098654` · 9/17/2024 · MIAMI, FLORIDA
## Severity
- **1 hospitalization**
- **Body part:** Ankle(s)
- **Nature of injury:** Fractures
## Cause
- **Event:** Fall to lower level resulting from exposure or contact  unspecified
- **Source:** Portable ladders and stairs  unspecified
- **Secondary source:** Water, liquids nonchemical
## Employer
- **Name:** WEST KENDALL BAPTIST HOSPITAL, INC.
- **Location:** 9555 SW 162nd Ave, MIAMI, FLORIDA, 33196
- **NAICS:** 622110
- **Jurisdiction:** 1
## Narrative

An employee was descending a ladder when hot water from a leaking water pipe splashed on his face causing him to jump off the ladder. He landed awkwardly, slipped, and fractured his left ankle.

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