Accident Report Detail
Accident Summary Nr: 201770625 - Employee Died of Heart Attack
| Inspection Nr | Date Opened | SIC | NAICS | Establishment Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 301324182 | 03/29/1999 | 2834 | 0 | West Pharmaceutical Services |
Abstract: A 47-year-old maintenance mechanic was troubleshooting a bottle-filling machine. He reached into an electrical cabinet to test circuit breakers when he lost consciousness and died. It was initially believed that he had contacted 480-volt circuit parts. However, the coroner ruled the death a heart attack, as there was no evidence of electric shock.
| Employee # | Inspection Nr | Age | Sex | Degree of Injury | Nature of Injury | Occupation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 301324182 | Fatality | Other | Machinery maintenance occupations |
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