Inspection Detail
Inspection: 102782224 - Morbark Tree Service
Inspection Information - Office: Queens District Office
Site Address:
Morbark Tree Service
137-44 - 220th St.
Springfield Gardens, NY 11413
Mailing Address:
883 Fire Island Ave., West Islip, NY 11730
Union Status: NonUnion
SIC:0782
NAICS: 0
Inspection Type: Accident
Scope: Complete
Advanced Notice: N
Ownership: Private
Safety/Health: Safety
Close Conference: 08/19/1992
Emphasis:
Case Closed: 09/10/1992
| Type | Activity Nr | Safety | Health |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accident | 360394639 |
Investigation Summary
Two employees were operating an Eager Beaver wood chipper. Employee #1 removed the access cover to the blade without shutting the machine off. The rotating blade struck the cover, ripping it off its hinges and throwing it in the direction of Employee #1. He was struck in the chest and killed.
Keywords: CHEST, COVER, WORK RULES, LOCKOUT, STRUCK BY, FLYING OBJECT
| # | Inspection | Age | Sex | Degree of Injury | Nature of Injury | Occupation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 102782224 | Fatality | Other | Occupation not reported |
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