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Inspection: 113324040 - Southeastern Electric Construction, Inc.
Inspection Information - Office: Bismarck Area Office
Site Address:
Southeastern Electric Construction, Inc.
Lemay Boulevard & Bergstrom
Ellsworth Air Force Base, SD 57706
Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 944, Box Elder, SD 57719
Union Status: NonUnion
SIC:1623
NAICS: 0
Inspection Type: Referral
Scope: Partial
Advanced Notice: N
Ownership: Private
Safety/Health: Safety
Close Conference: 08/31/1995
Planning Guide: Safety-Construction
Emphasis:
Case Closed: 05/09/1996
| Type | Activity Nr | Safety | Health |
|---|---|---|---|
| Referral | 901382556 | Yes |
| Violations/Penalties | Serious | Willful | Repeat | Other | Unclass | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Initial Violations | 3 | 3 | ||||
| Current Violations | 1 | 1 | ||||
| Initial Penalty | $6,500 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $6,500 |
| Current Penalty | $2,500 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $2,500 |
| FTA Penalty | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| # | Citation ID | Citaton Type | Standard Cited | Issuance Date | Abatement Due Date | Current Penalty | Initial Penalty | FTA Penalty | Contest | Latest Event | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | 01001 | Serious | 19260095 A | 10/03/1995 | 10/20/1995 | $2,000 | $2,000 | $0 | 10/27/1995 | F - Formal Settlement | Citation has been deleted. |
| 2. | 01002 | Serious | 19260416 A04 | 10/03/1995 | 10/20/1995 | $2,000 | $2,000 | $0 | 10/27/1995 | F - Formal Settlement | Citation has been deleted. |
| 3. | 01003A | Serious | 19260095 A | 02/28/1996 | 02/29/1996 | $2,500 | $2,500 | $0 | - | ||
| 4. | 01003B | Serious | 19260416 A04 | 02/28/1996 | 02/29/1996 | $0 | $0 | $0 | - |
Investigation Summary
Two employees were phasing out a newly installed 7200-volt (phase-to-ground) electric switch. While the employees were using phasing rods and a meter to test one of the phases, an electrical fault occurred. The ensuing electric arc burned both employees. One of them was critically burned with third-degree burns to his chin, neck, arms, and upper body. He was hospitalized for his injuries. The second employee was treated for burns to his face and upper arms and was released. No personal protective equipment had been worn during the operation.
Keywords: BURN, CLOTHING, ELECTRIC ARC, ELECTRICAL, ELECTRIC SWITCH, POWER LINE WORKER, TEST EQUIPMENT, E PTD, ELEC UTILITY WORK, ELECTRICAL FAULT
| # | Inspection | Age | Sex | Degree of Injury | Nature of Injury | Occupation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 113324040 | Hospitalized injury | Burn/Scald(Heat) | Electrical power installers and repairers | ||
| 2 | 113324040 | Non Hospitalized injury | Burn/Scald(Heat) | Electrical power installers and repairers |
Inspection: 125310748 - Caps, Inc. Dba A.C. Testing
Inspection Information - Office: Nc Department Of Labor - Winston-Salem
Site Address:
Caps, Inc. Dba A.C. Testing
11550 Statesville Blvd.
Cleveland, NC 27013
Mailing Address:
Po Box 23584, Charlotte, NC 28227
Union Status: NonUnion
SIC:1731
NAICS: 0
Inspection Type: Accident
Scope: Partial
Advanced Notice: N
Ownership: Private
Safety/Health: Safety
Close Conference: 09/01/1995
Planning Guide: Safety-Construction
Emphasis:
Case Closed: 11/30/1995
| Type | Activity Nr | Safety | Health |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accident | 360494959 |
| Violations/Penalties | Serious | Willful | Repeat | Other | Unclass | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Initial Violations | 2 | 2 | ||||
| Current Violations | 2 | 2 | ||||
| Initial Penalty | $5,600 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $5,600 |
| Current Penalty | $2,800 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $2,800 |
| FTA Penalty | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| # | Citation ID | Citaton Type | Standard Cited | Issuance Date | Abatement Due Date | Current Penalty | Initial Penalty | FTA Penalty | Contest | Latest Event | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | 01001A | Serious | 19260416 A01 | 09/28/1995 | 10/04/1995 | $1,400 | $2,800 | $0 | I - Informal Settlement | ||
| 2. | 01001B | Serious | 19260416 A04 | 09/28/1995 | 10/04/1995 | $0 | $0 | $0 | - | ||
| 3. | 01002 | Serious | 19260416 A03 | 09/28/1995 | 10/04/1995 | $1,400 | $2,800 | $0 | I - Informal Settlement |
Investigation Summary
Some employees were deactivating a high-voltage load-break switch. An apprentice electrician who was not qualified to work on this equipment was assisting in the operation. The load-side lugs on the switch were deenergized and locked out. This deenergized the load-side lugs but allowed the line-side busbar to remain energized. The rear panel for the switch was removed so the employees could secure the conductors after they were removed from the load-side lugs. When the panel was removed, the 13.2-kilovolt, line-side busbars (7200 volts phase to ground) were exposed to contact. The apprentice electrician went to the back of the switch to get a better hold on the wrench he was using to loosen the lug bolts. As he reached into the cabinet, he contacted an energized part and received an electric shock. His movement caused his hard hat to move close enough to the busbars to create a phase-to-ground fault. The ensuing electric arc ignited his shirt and caused it to melt. He was hospitalized with second- and third-degree burns to his upper torso.
Keywords: BURN, CLOTHING, ELECTRIC ARC, ELECTRICAL, ELECTRIC SWITCH, E PTD, ELEC UTILITY WORK, ELECTRIC SHOCK, ELECTRICAL FAULT, UNTRAINED
| # | Inspection | Age | Sex | Degree of Injury | Nature of Injury | Occupation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 125310748 | Hospitalized injury | Burn/Scald(Heat) | Electricians' apprentices |
Inspection: 119572378 - Danella Southeast Of Md, Inc.
Inspection Information - Office: Department Of Labor, Licensing, And Regulation Division Of Labor And Industry Maryland Occupational Safety And Health
Site Address:
Danella Southeast Of Md, Inc.
6622 Security Blvd.
Baltimore, MD 21207
Mailing Address:
10782 Guilford Rd. P.O. Box 403, Annapolis Junction, MD 20701
Union Status: NonUnion
SIC:1731
NAICS: 0
Inspection Type: Accident
Scope: Partial
Advanced Notice: N
Ownership: Private
Safety/Health: Safety
Close Conference: 08/21/1995
Planning Guide: Safety-Construction
Emphasis:
Case Closed: 07/03/1996
| Type | Activity Nr | Safety | Health |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accident | 360229942 |
| Violations/Penalties | Serious | Willful | Repeat | Other | Unclass | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Initial Violations | 2 | 2 | ||||
| Current Violations | 1 | 1 | ||||
| Initial Penalty | $5,150 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $5,150 |
| Current Penalty | $0 | $0 | $0 | $500 | $0 | $500 |
| FTA Penalty | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| # | Citation ID | Citaton Type | Standard Cited | Issuance Date | Abatement Due Date | Current Penalty | Initial Penalty | FTA Penalty | Contest | Latest Event | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | 01001 | Serious | 19260651 B01 | 11/15/1995 | 11/16/1995 | $0 | $2,575 | $0 | 11/20/1995 | F - Formal Settlement | Citation has been deleted. |
| 2. | 01002 | Other | 19260651 B02 | 11/15/1995 | 11/16/1995 | $500 | $2,575 | $0 | 11/20/1995 | F - Formal Settlement |
Investigation Summary
Two power line workers were excavating for the installation of an underground power line. At the time of the accident, they were using a metal digging bar. The employees were not using insulation or other protective equipment, nor had they attempted to locate any existing power lines. The metal bar pierced a 7620-volt underground cable and caused an electrical fault. The employees were burned by the ensuing electric arc. One of them sustained burns to his arm, hands, and face. He was hospitalized for his injuries. The other employee sustained burns to his mouth and eyes.
Keywords: BURN, ELECTRIC ARC, ELECTRICAL, POWER LINE WORKER, E PTD, UNDRGRD INSTALLATION, ELEC UTILITY WORK, ELECTRICAL FAULT, UNDRGRD POWER LINE, BLIND REACHING
| # | Inspection | Age | Sex | Degree of Injury | Nature of Injury | Occupation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 119572378 | Non Hospitalized injury | Radiation Effects | Electrical power installers and repairers | ||
| 2 | 119572378 | Hospitalized injury | Radiation Effects | Electrical power installers and repairers |
Inspection: 123255036 - Silas Bolef Company
Inspection Information - Office: Allentown Area Office
Site Address:
Silas Bolef Company
Lonza Inc., Aka Smithkline Beecham 900 River Road
Norristown, PA 19428
Mailing Address:
Forrest Avenue & Lafayette Street, Norristown, PA 19428
Union Status: Union
SIC:1731
NAICS: 0
Inspection Type: Complaint
Scope: Partial
Advanced Notice: N
Ownership: Private
Safety/Health: Safety
Close Conference: 05/19/1995
Emphasis:
Case Closed: 06/21/1995
| Type | Activity Nr | Safety | Health |
|---|---|---|---|
| Complaint | 75205880 | Yes |
| Violations/Penalties | Serious | Willful | Repeat | Other | Unclass | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Initial Violations | 2 | 2 | ||||
| Current Violations | 2 | 2 | ||||
| Initial Penalty | $6,000 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $6,000 |
| Current Penalty | $3,300 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $3,300 |
| FTA Penalty | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| # | Citation ID | Citaton Type | Standard Cited | Issuance Date | Abatement Due Date | Current Penalty | Initial Penalty | FTA Penalty | Contest | Latest Event | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | 01001 | Serious | 19260416 A01 | 06/06/1995 | 06/09/1995 | $1,800 | $3,000 | $0 | I - Informal Settlement | ||
| 2. | 01002 | Serious | 19260095 A | 06/06/1995 | 06/09/1995 | $1,500 | $3,000 | $0 | I - Informal Settlement |
Investigation Summary
An employee (employee #2) was removing a grounding strap from a 4160-volt air switch. The uninsulated handle of the strap contacted the line side of the switch stab, creating an electrical fault. The employee was burned over 50 to 70 percent of his body by the ensuing electric arc. Employee #1, who was working next to him, was also burned by the electric arc and had his clothing ignite. Three other employees sustained burns when they tried to extinguish the burning clothing. The two employees burned by the arc and one of the other employees were hospitalized for their injuries.
Keywords: ELECTRIC ARC, PROTECTIVE GROUNDING, ELECTRICAL, BURN, CLOTHING, ELECTRICIAN, ELECTRICAL FAULT, E GI II, ELECTRIC SWITCH, ELECTRICAL WORK
| # | Inspection | Age | Sex | Degree of Injury | Nature of Injury | Occupation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 123255036 | Hospitalized injury | Burn/Scald(Heat) | Electricians | ||
| 2 | 123255036 | Hospitalized injury | Burn/Scald(Heat) | Electricians | ||
| 3 | 123255036 | Hospitalized injury | Burn/Scald(Heat) | Occupation not reported |
Inspection: 122248933 - Alliance Electrical Corp.
Inspection Information - Office: Albany Area Office
Site Address:
Alliance Electrical Corp.
Crossgate Mall, Western Ave.
Guilderland, NY 12203
Mailing Address:
24 Corporate Circle, Albany, NY 12203
Union Status: NonUnion
SIC:1731
NAICS: 0
Inspection Type: Accident
Scope: Complete
Advanced Notice: N
Ownership: Private
Safety/Health: Safety
Close Conference: 05/23/1995
Planning Guide: Safety-Construction
Emphasis:
Case Closed: 12/13/1995
| Type | Activity Nr | Safety | Health |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accident | 360138937 |
| Violations/Penalties | Serious | Willful | Repeat | Other | Unclass | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Initial Violations | 1 | 1 | ||||
| Current Violations | ||||||
| Initial Penalty | $1,500 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $1,500 |
| Current Penalty | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| FTA Penalty | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| # | Citation ID | Citaton Type | Standard Cited | Issuance Date | Abatement Due Date | Current Penalty | Initial Penalty | FTA Penalty | Contest | Latest Event | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | 01001 | Serious | 19260416 A01 | 06/23/1995 | 06/28/1995 | $1,500 | $1,500 | $0 | 07/17/1995 | F - Formal Settlement | Citation has been deleted. |
Investigation Summary
An electrician was installing switchgear in a 480-volt, three-phase electrical cabinet. A phase-to-phase electrical fault occurred, and the ensuing electric arc engulfed the employee. He suffered third degree burns over 95 percent of his body and died of his injuries.
Keywords: BURN, ELECTRIC ARC, E GI IV, ELECTRICAL, ELECTRICIAN, ELECTRICAL WORK, LOCKOUT, ELECTRICAL CABINET, ELECTRICAL FAULT, SWITCHGEAR
| # | Inspection | Age | Sex | Degree of Injury | Nature of Injury | Occupation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 122248933 | Fatality | Burn/Scald(Heat) | Electricians |
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