Accident Report Detail

Accident Summary Nr: 200603421 - Mechanic Is Killed While Repairing Bucket Loader

Accident Summary Nr: 200603421 -- Report ID: 0625400 -- Event Date: 10/06/2006
Inspection Nr	Date Opened	SIC	NAICS	Establishment Name
309754935	10/06/2006	5082	423810	Quality Equipment Company

Abstract: On October 6, 2006, a mechanic was cleaning a Bobcat 763 Skid Steer Loader that was at a dealership for repair. The lift arms were raised without securing them. The mechanic found an oil leak that he showed to his supervisor. Both men were under the unsupported arms during the inspection of the leak. The mechanic was replacing the leaking lift-lock bypass valve hose at the time of the accident. Loosening the hose released the hydraulic pressure in the line, and the lift arms came down crushing and killing the mechanic.

Keywords: chest, leak, fracture, repair, unsecured, cleaning, mechanic, crushed, loader, struck by

Employee Details
Employee #	Inspection Nr	Age	Sex	Degree	Nature of Injury	Occupation
1	309754935			Fatality	Fracture	Occupation not reported

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