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Inspection Detail
Inspection: 125716878 - Pg&E
Inspection Information - Office: Sacramento District Office
Site Address:
Pg&E
County Rd.18
Woodland, CA 95695
Mailing Address:
3301 Industrial Blvd., Rocklin, CA 95765
Union Status: NonUnion
SIC:1623
NAICS: 237130/Power and Communication Line and Related Structures Construction
Inspection Type: Accident
Scope: Partial
Advanced Notice: N
Ownership: Private
Safety/Health: Safety
Close Conference: 06/29/2004
Emphasis:
Case Closed: 06/29/2004
| Type | Activity Nr | Safety | Health |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accident | 362344301 |
Investigation Summary
On January 5, 2004, Employee #1, a lineman for PG&E, was on a power pole removing disconnected lines running down its side so underground service could be installed. His left foot was on a climbing hook, and his right foot was attached to the pole with a climbing spur. He was removing his climbing belt so he could reposition himself on the pole when he lost his grip fell approximately 25 ft to the ground. A coworker at the base of the pole witnessed the fall and tried to assist him before calling 911 for help. The Woodland Fire Department arrived at the scene and provided first aid. Employee #1 was transported to UC-Davis Medical Center in Sacramento, where he died as a result of his injuries.
Keywords: DISMANTLING, POWER LINE WORKER, WORK RULES, CONSTRUCTION, ELEC UTILITY WORK, FALL, FALL PROTECTION, UTILITY POLE
| # | Inspection | Age | Sex | Degree of Injury | Nature of Injury | Occupation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 125716878 | Fatality | Other | Electrical power installers and repairers |