Inspection Detail
Inspection: 305490591 - Winfred Auvil Logging
Inspection Information - Office: Charleston Area Office
Site Address:
Winfred Auvil Logging
Hebron Road
Philippi, WV 26416
Mailing Address:
46 College Avenue, Buckhannon, WV 26201
Union Status: NonUnion
SIC:2411
NAICS: 113310/Logging
Inspection Type: Accident
Scope: Partial
Advanced Notice: N
Ownership: Private
Safety/Health: Safety
Close Conference: 01/22/2004
Emphasis: L:Logging
Case Closed: 02/13/2004
| Type | Activity Nr | Safety | Health |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accident | 100630813 |
Investigation Summary
On January 7, 2004, Employee #1, the owner of Winfred Auvil Logging, was felling trees when one fell in an unintended direction. The falling tree became entangled in a smaller tree, which then fell and struck Employee #1 as he was retreating. After being extricated by his son, Employee #1 died at the scene a short time later.
Keywords: TREE FELLING, TREE, LOGGER, STRUCK BY, FALLING OBJECT, LOGGING
| # | Inspection | Age | Sex | Degree of Injury | Nature of Injury | Occupation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 305490591 | Fatality | Bruise/Contus/Abras | Timber cutting and logging occupations |
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