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Inspection Detail
Inspection: 112179304 - City Of Los Angeles, Department Of Water And Power
Inspection Information - Office: Van Nuys District Office
Site Address:
City Of Los Angeles, Department Of Water And Power
15952 Ventura Blvd.
Encino, CA 91436
Mailing Address:
18144 Devonshire Street, Granada Hills, CA 91344
Union Status: Union
SIC:4911
NAICS: 0
Inspection Type: Accident
Scope: Partial
Advanced Notice: N
Ownership: LocalGovt
Safety/Health: Safety
Close Conference: 07/01/1992
Planning Guide: Safety-Construction
Emphasis:
Case Closed: 08/07/1992
| Type | Activity Nr | Safety | Health |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accident | 361362999 |
Investigation Summary
An electrician trainee for an electric utility was nailing a No. 2 AWG conductor to a wall in a distribution substation. The trainee struck a 4800-volt power line and caused an electrical fault. The employee received second- and third-degree burns on his face, neck, and shoulder from the resulting electric arc. He was hospitalized for his injuries.
Keywords: BURN, CLOTHING, ELECTRIC ARC, ELECTRICAL, ELECTRICIAN, E PTD, ELEC UTILITY WORK, ELECTRIC CONDUCTOR, ELECTRICAL FAULT
| # | Inspection | Age | Sex | Degree of Injury | Nature of Injury | Occupation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 112179304 | Hospitalized injury | Other | Electricians' apprentices |