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Inspection Detail
Inspection: 301311460 - Texas Utilities Co - Lonestar Pipeline Unit
Inspection Information - Office: Houston North Area Office
Site Address:
Texas Utilities Co - Lonestar Pipeline Unit
Bryan/College Sta. 3013 E. Villa Maria
Bryan, TX 77380
Mailing Address:
1601 Bryan Street, Dallas, TX 75201
Union Status: NonUnion
SIC:4922
NAICS: 0
Inspection Type: Accident
Scope: Partial
Advanced Notice: Y
Ownership: Private
Safety/Health: Safety
Close Conference: 03/04/1998
Emphasis:
Case Closed: 03/04/1998
| Type | Activity Nr | Safety | Health |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accident | 101760338 |
Investigation Summary
Employee #1 was walking a pipeline that ran under a creek inspecting for leaks. The bank of the creek was approximately 10 to 12 ft high and 15 to 20 ft wide with a steep slop of approximately 70 degrees. The creek was 7 to 8 ft deep. Employee #1 either fell or slipped down the embankment or went down the embankment and slipped trying to climb back up. The cause of death was accidental drowning. Employee #1 did not know how to swim.
Keywords: EMBANKMENT, SLIP, RIVER, SLIPPERY SURFACE, DROWN, SLOPE, SWIM
| # | Inspection | Age | Sex | Degree of Injury | Nature of Injury | Occupation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 301311460 | Fatality | Other | Occupation not reported |