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Inspection Detail
Inspection: 304133861 - O.J. Smith Builders, Lcc
Inspection Information - Office: Va-E-Norfolk (Regional Office) - Safety 0355112
Site Address:
O.J. Smith Builders, Lcc
303 Vine Drive
Yorktown, VA 23692
Mailing Address:
19 Huber Road, Newport News, VA 23601
Union Status: NonUnion
SIC:1521
NAICS: 0
Inspection Type: Accident
Scope: Complete
Advanced Notice: N
Ownership: Private
Safety/Health: Safety
Close Conference: 08/23/2001
Emphasis:
Case Closed: 08/23/2001
| Type | Activity Nr | Safety | Health |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accident | 100920255 |
Investigation Summary
At 8:00 a.m. on March 28, 2001, Employee #1 attempted to retrieve a set of keys that were stuck at the end of a tree limb that was approximately 20 feet above ground level. Employee #1 set up a ladder and climbed up the tree to cut the limb with a chain saw. Employee #1 cut the limb. The limb fell, hit the ground and sprung back and hit the ladder. Employee #1 fell approximately 20 feet to the ground and suffered fatal injuries.
Keywords: TREE LIMB, CHAIN SAW, LADDER, TREE, FALL, CONCUSSION
| # | Inspection | Age | Sex | Degree of Injury | Nature of Injury | Occupation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 304133861 | Fatality | Concussion | Occupation not reported |