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Inspection Detail
Inspection: 18552117 - Floyd S. Pike Electrical Contractor, Inc.
Inspection Information - Office: Nc Department Of Labor - Raleigh
Site Address:
Floyd S. Pike Electrical Contractor, Inc.
500 Riverside Dr.,
Mt. Airy, NC 27030
Mailing Address:
P. O. Box 868, Mt. Airy, NC 27030
Union Status: NonUnion
SIC:1731
NAICS: 0
Inspection Type: Accident
Scope: Partial
Advanced Notice: N
Ownership: Private
Safety/Health: Safety
Close Conference: 02/07/1992
Emphasis:
Case Closed: 02/12/1992
| Type | Activity Nr | Safety | Health |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accident | 360490064 | ||
| Accident | 360490072 |
Investigation Summary
Employees #1 and #2 were removing and replacing 6 in. stainless steel pipe. The pipe and supports had been damaged in a boiler explosion. The pipes had been cut loose at the plant and were to be removed and replaced at the hot water storage tanks. Employees #1 and #2 were working in a bucket truck at a height of approximately 20 to 22 ft. All required personal protective equipment was worn and safety belts with lanyards had been tied off to the bucket. One pipe had been cut and released. When the next pipe was cut, it separated from the top of the tank, rotated, and swung around, striking Employees #1 and #2. Employee #1 was struck in the chest and suffered contusions to the chest and ribs with internal bleeding. Employee #2 was struck in the chest. Both employees were transported to the hospital, examined, and released.
Keywords: CHEST, STEEL, CONSTRUCTION, RIB, PIPE, STRUCK BY, FLYING OBJECT, ELEVATED WORK PLAT, CONTUSION
| # | Inspection | Age | Sex | Degree of Injury | Nature of Injury | Occupation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 18552117 | Non Hospitalized injury | Bruise/Contus/Abras | Supervisors; plumbers, pipefitters & steamfitters | ||
| 2 | 18552117 | Non Hospitalized injury | Bruise/Contus/Abras | Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters |