Inspection Detail
Inspection: 119666170 - P. G. & E.
Inspection Information - Office: Oakland District Office
Site Address:
P. G. & E.
7th And Cedar St
Oakland, CA 94607
Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 930, Stockton, CA 95201
Union Status: Union
SIC:4939
NAICS: 0
Inspection Type: Accident
Scope: Partial
Advanced Notice: N
Ownership: Private
Safety/Health: Safety
Close Conference: 01/24/1996
Planning Guide: Safety-Construction
Emphasis:
Case Closed: 01/29/1996
| Type | Activity Nr | Safety | Health |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accident | 362139891 |
Investigation Summary
A power line worker was working from a utility pole. He finished the job and was disconnecting his pole strap to descend the pole when he lost his hold. He fell about 12.2 meters and landed on the road. The employee died of massive head trauma. Emergency medical services were summoned, and the employee was transported to a hospital, where attempts to revive him were unsuccessful.
Keywords: HEAD, POWER LINE WORKER, SAFETY BELT, ELEC UTILITY WORK, FALL, FALL PROTECTION, LOST CONTROL, TIE-OFF, UTILITY POLE
| # | Inspection | Age | Sex | Degree of Injury | Nature of Injury | Occupation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 119666170 | Fatality | Bruise/Contus/Abras | Electrical power installers and repairers |
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