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Inspection Detail
Inspection: 1577652.015 - Smith'S Tree Care, Inc.
Inspection Information - Office: Va-E-Norfolk (Regional Office) - Safety 0355112
Site Address:
Smith'S Tree Care, Inc.
705 Mowbry Ct
Chesapeake, VA 23322
Mailing Address:
395 Bell King Road, Newport News, VA 23606
Union Status: NonUnion
SIC:
NAICS: 561730/Landscaping Services
Inspection Type: Referral
Scope: Partial
Advanced Notice: N
Ownership: Private
Safety/Health: Safety
Close Conference: 03/01/2022
Emphasis: S:Fri, S:Treetrim
Case Closed: 03/03/2022
| Type | Activity Nr | Safety | Health |
|---|---|---|---|
| Referral | 1864567 | Yes |
Investigation Summary
At approximately 9:300 a.m. on February 9, 2022, an employee was attempting to conduct a flush cut on a tree stump. The employee was performing duties as a groundsman for a tree-trimming company. The employee was using a Husqvarna 576XP chainsaw to perform the flush cut of a tree stump before using the stump grinder for removal. The employee was wearing Stihl ProMark cut-resistant chaps but had only secured them around the waist and not the legs. While attempting to cut, the chainsaw kicked back and struck his leg, resulting in a laceration and requiring several stitches. The employee was hospitalized to treat these injuries.
Keywords: Chain Saw, Kick Back, Laceration, Leg, Struck By, Tree Care, Tree Stumping
| # | Inspection | Age | Sex | Degree of Injury | Nature of Injury | Occupation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1577652.015 | 25 | M | Non Hospitalized injury | Laborers, except construction |