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Inspection Detail
Note: The following inspection has not been indicated as closed. OSHA citation items will be posted 30 (thirty) days after the employer receives the citation(s), except in cases of significant public interest. Posted citation items reflect any amendments to citations that are the result of a prompt settlement, which OSHA encourages. Employers and employee representatives will continue to receive copies of the citation(s) upon issuance.
Inspection: 1753807.015 - Wright Tree Service Of Puerto Rico Llc
Inspection Information - Office: Pr-E-Caguas 0257220
Site Address:
Wright Tree Service Of Puerto Rico Llc
Carr. 794 Bo. Cag�Itas Sector La Vega
Aguas Buenas, PR 00703
Mailing Address:
Po Box 9211, Humacao, PR 00792
Union Status: NonUnion
SIC:
NAICS: 561730/Landscaping Services
Inspection Type: Fat/Cat
Scope: Complete
Advanced Notice: N
Ownership: Private
Safety/Health: Safety
Close Conference: 09/26/2024
Emphasis:
Case Closed:
| Type | Activity Nr | Safety | Health |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accident | 2171636 | ||
| Inspection | 1761602 | Yes |
| Violations/Penalties | Serious | Willful | Repeat | Other | Unclass | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Initial Violations | 2 | 2 | ||||
| Current Violations | 2 | 2 | ||||
| Initial Penalty | $12,600 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $12,600 |
| Current Penalty | $12,600 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $12,600 |
| 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 | 19100269 C02 | 11/01/2024 | 11/20/2024 | $6,300 | $6,300 | $0 | 12/04/2024 | C - Contested | |
| 2. | 01002 | Serious | 19100269 C04 II B | 11/01/2024 | 11/20/2024 | $6,300 | $6,300 | $0 | 12/04/2024 | C - Contested |
Investigation Summary
At 2:30 p.m. on June 5, 2024, an employee working as a groundskeeper for a tree service was pruning trees and other vegetation. The employee took a break momentarily due to the heat, stopping in the same area. While the employee was taking a breather, an explosion occurred in the towers where they were working. Coworkers explained that this happened when a tree branch made contact with high-tension power lines. The magnetic wave traveled through the high-tension lines and sought to make "ground" or make contact with the earth in the closest tree next to the employee. The employee was electrocuted and died instantly.
Keywords: Break, Contact, Cutting, Electric Shock, Electrical, Electrocuted, Explosion, Groundskeeper, Heat, High Voltage, Landscaping, Overhead Power Line, Power Lines, Shock, Tree, Tree Care, Tree Pruner, Unsafe Position, Vegetation
| # | Inspection | Age | Sex | Degree of Injury | Nature of Injury | Occupation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1753807.015 | 34 | M | Fatality | Groundskeepers and gardeners, except farm |