Accident Report Detail
Accident Summary Nr: 202474094 - Employee Is Asphyxiated When Stuck in Tree
| Inspection Nr | Date Opened | SIC | NAICS | Establishment Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 307186577 | 11/02/2007 | 0783 | 561730 | Arboral Tree Service |
Abstract: On November 2, 2007, Employee #1 was trimming palm tree leaves, approximately 40 ft up. Employee #1 was using climbing boots, a body belt and a lanyard. The palm leaves fell on Employee #1, suffocating him. Employee #1 did not fall from the tree and was revived by paramedics. However, on November 16, 2007, an inspector went to Employee #1's residence and a family member stated that Employee #1 died two days after the accident.
| Employee # | Inspection Nr | Age | Sex | Degree of Injury | Nature of Injury | Occupation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 307186577 | Fatality | Asphyxia | Groundskeepers and gardeners, except farm |
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