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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: 1765300.015 - Frankie'S Tree Services Inc.
Inspection Information - Office: Tampa Area Office
Site Address:
Frankie'S Tree Services Inc.
5312 Harbor Rd
Bradenton, FL 34209
Mailing Address:
2011 49th Street East, Palmetto, FL 34221
Union Status: NonUnion
SIC:
NAICS: 561730/Landscaping Services
Inspection Type: Fat/Cat
Scope: Complete
Advanced Notice: N
Ownership: Private
Safety/Health: Safety
Close Conference: 09/10/2024
Emphasis: L:Landscpe, L:Ohpwrlne
Case Closed:
| Type | Activity Nr | Safety | Health |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accident | 2193443 |
| Violations/Penalties | Serious | Willful | Repeat | Other | Unclass | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Initial Violations | 7 | 7 | ||||
| Current Violations | 7 | 7 | ||||
| Initial Penalty | $44,212 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $44,212 |
| Current Penalty | $22,106 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $22,106 |
| 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 | 19100132 A | 01/24/2025 | 02/07/2025 | $2,483 | $4,965 | $0 | I - Informal Settlement | ||
| 2. | 01002 | Serious | 19100133 A01 | 01/24/2025 | 02/07/2025 | $2,483 | $4,965 | $0 | I - Informal Settlement | ||
| 3. | 01003 | Serious | 19100135 A01 | 01/24/2025 | 02/07/2025 | $2,483 | $4,965 | $0 | I - Informal Settlement | ||
| 4. | 01004 | Serious | 19100332 B01 | 01/24/2025 | 02/07/2025 | $2,483 | $4,965 | $0 | I - Informal Settlement | ||
| 5. | 01005A | Serious | 19100333 C03 | 01/24/2025 | 02/07/2025 | $8,275 | $16,550 | $0 | I - Informal Settlement | ||
| 6. | 01005B | Serious | 19100333 C03 I A 1 | 01/24/2025 | 02/07/2025 | $0 | $0 | $0 | I - Informal Settlement | ||
| 7. | 01006 | Serious | 19100333 C06 | 01/24/2025 | 03/13/2025 | $2,483 | $4,965 | $0 | I - Informal Settlement | ||
| 8. | 01007 | Serious | 19101200 E01 | 01/24/2025 | 02/20/2025 | $1,419 | $2,837 | $0 | I - Informal Settlement |
Investigation Summary
At 1:00 p.m. on July 30, 2024, Employee #1, employed by a tree trimming company, was using a pole saw to cut limbs. While lifting the pole saw, it made contact with an overhead power line, resulting in electrocution. Emergency services responded to the scene, but the employee died from the electrical injury. The incident occurred while the employee was working near overhead power lines. The employer has been cited for safety violations related to working near electrical hazards.
Keywords: Contact, Cutting, Electrocuted, Lockout/Tagout, Overhead Power Line, Power Lines, Tree, Tree Branch, Utility Pole
| # | Inspection | Age | Sex | Degree of Injury | Nature of Injury | Occupation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1765300.015 | 46 | M | Fatality |