# Bruises, contusions at EMP SERV LLC dba Pipestone
> OSHA SIR `2024109848` · 10/22/2024 · DEKALB, ILLINOIS
## Severity
- **1 hospitalization**
- **Body part:** Head and trunk
- **Nature of injury:** Bruises, contusions
## Cause
- **Event:** Fall to lower level from collapsing structure or equipment  6 to 30 feet
- **Source:** Extension ladders
- **Secondary source:** Other constructed surface
## Employer
- **Name:** EMP SERV LLC dba Pipestone
- **Location:** 2581 Wagner Court, DEKALB, ILLINOIS, 60115
- **NAICS:** 541611
- **Jurisdiction:** 1
## Narrative

An employee was climbing an extension ladder to access supplies. They were approximately eight feet off the ground when the ladder slid out from under them. The employee fell and struck the concrete floor, resulting in contusions to their head and torso, as well as head trauma.

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