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Inspection Detail
Inspection: 106450406 - Pataula Electric Membership Corporation
Inspection Information - Office: Savannah Area Office
Site Address:
Pataula Electric Membership Corporation
925 Blakely Street
Cuthbert, GA 31740
Mailing Address:
P.O.Box 289, Cuthbert, GA 31740
Union Status: NonUnion
SIC:4911
NAICS: 0
Inspection Type: Accident
Scope: Complete
Advanced Notice: Y
Ownership: Private
Safety/Health: Safety
Close Conference: 11/14/1996
Emphasis:
Case Closed: 11/14/1996
| Type | Activity Nr | Safety | Health |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accident | 100900083 |
Investigation Summary
A power line worker was installing hardware on a utility pole being upgraded. He was holding a pair of slip joint pliers in his bare right hand. As he was working, he contacted an uncovered, 7200-volt overhead power line with his right elbow while the tool he was holding was in contact with a grounded object. The employee was electrocuted.
Keywords: ELEC PROTECT EQUIP, OVERHEAD POWER LINE, ELECTRICAL, POWER LINE WORKER, ELECTROCUTED, E PTD, ELEC UTILITY WORK, UTILITY POLE
| # | Inspection | Age | Sex | Degree of Injury | Nature of Injury | Occupation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 106450406 | Fatality | Electric Shock | Electrical power installers and repairers |