Accident Report Detail
Accident Summary Nr: 202355251 - Employee Is Injured When Struck by Falling Tree Branch
| Inspection Nr | Date Opened | SIC | NAICS | Establishment Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 308985571 | 08/10/2005 | 0783 | 561730 | Lewis Tree Service, Inc. |
Abstract: On August 10, 2005, Employee #1 and a coworker were removing tree branches that were blocking telephone lines. The coworker was located in an elevated bucket to cut tree branches, while Employee #1 was below. As the coworker cut a tree branch, Employee #1, who was newly hired, walked underneath the falling branch and was struck in the head. Emergency services were called and Employee #1 was transported to a local hospital, where he was treated for contusions and abrasions.
| Employee # | Inspection Nr | Age | Sex | Degree of Injury | Nature of Injury | Occupation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 308985571 | Non Hospitalized injury | Bruise/Contus/Abras | Groundskeepers and gardeners, except farm |
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