Inspection Detail
Inspection: 116273376 - Shannon Logging Company
Inspection Information - Office: Charleston Area Office
Site Address:
Shannon Logging Company
Ben Creek Road
Wharncliffe, WV 25651
Mailing Address:
Box 879, Gilbert, WV 25621
Union Status: NonUnion
SIC:2411
NAICS: 0
Inspection Type: Accident
Scope: Partial
Advanced Notice: N
Ownership: Private
Safety/Health: Safety
Close Conference: 03/21/1995
Emphasis:
Case Closed: 06/14/1995
| Type | Activity Nr | Safety | Health |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accident | 360503056 |
Investigation Summary
As the tree being cut fell, it struck another tree approximately 25 ft away. The force of the tree hitting the other tree broke off a limb that then traveled approximately 30 ft and hit the logger, Employee #1, above the right eye. He died.
Keywords: EYE, TREE FELLING, TREE LIMB, LOGGER, STRUCK BY, FALLING OBJECT, LOGGING
| # | Inspection | Age | Sex | Degree of Injury | Nature of Injury | Occupation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 116273376 | Fatality | Fracture | Timber cutting and logging occupations |
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