Inspection Detail

Inspection: 307050278 - L & B Vactor Service, Llc.

Inspection Information - Office: Corpus Christi Area Office

Inspection Nr: 307050278

Report ID: 0626000

Date Opened: 11/12/2003

Site Address:
L & B Vactor Service, Llc.
1/8 Mile North On M Rd.From Richardson St.
Edinburg, TX 78539

Mailing Address:
Po Box 500-126, Mission, TX 78572

Union Status: NonUnion

SIC:7699

NAICS: 562998/All Other Miscellaneous Waste Management Services

Inspection Type: Accident

Scope: Partial

Advanced Notice: N

Ownership: Private

Safety/Health: Health

Close Conference: 05/06/2004

Emphasis:

Case Closed: 01/11/2007

Related Activity
Type	Activity Nr	Safety	Health
Accident	100211846

Violation Summary
Violations/Penalties	Serious	Willful	Repeat	Other	Unclass	Total
Initial Violations	8					8
Current Violations	8					8
Initial Penalty	$22,400	$0	$0	$0	$0	$22,400
Current Penalty	$22,400	$0	$0	$0	$0	$22,400
FTA Penalty	$0	$0	$0	$0	$0	$0

Violation Items
#	Citation ID	Citaton Type	Standard Cited	Issuance Date	Abatement Due Date	Current Penalty	Initial Penalty	FTA Penalty	Contest	Latest Event
1.	01001	Serious	19100146 C02	05/07/2004	05/13/2004	$2,800	$2,800	$0	05/27/2004	F - Formal Settlement
2.	01002	Serious	19100146 C04	05/07/2004	05/13/2004	$2,800	$2,800	$0	05/27/2004	F - Formal Settlement
3.	01003	Serious	19100146 D03 IV	05/07/2004	05/13/2004	$2,800	$2,800	$0	05/27/2004	F - Formal Settlement
4.	01004	Serious	19100146 D04 IV	05/07/2004	05/13/2004	$2,800	$2,800	$0	05/27/2004	F - Formal Settlement
5.	01005	Serious	19100146 D05 I	05/07/2004	05/13/2004	$2,800	$2,800	$0	05/27/2004	F - Formal Settlement
6.	01006	Serious	19100146 D09	05/07/2004	05/13/2004	$2,800	$2,800	$0	05/27/2004	F - Formal Settlement
7.	01007	Serious	19100146 E01	05/07/2004	05/13/2004	$2,800	$2,800	$0	05/27/2004	F - Formal Settlement
8.	01008	Serious	19100146 G01	05/07/2004	05/13/2004	$2,800	$2,800	$0	05/27/2004	F - Formal Settlement

Investigation Summary

Investigation Nr: 200211399

Event: 11/11/2003

Two employees killedwhile working in municipal sewer conduit

On November 11, 2003, Employees #1 and #2, along with one additional coworker, were working in a 36-inch sewer conduit to pressure wash and remove debris. Entry into the sewer system was conducted through a 24-inch-diameter manway with a 17-foot vertical descent by ladder. While in the sewer main, Employees #1 and #2 and the coworker were overcome by toxic gas. Employees #1 and #2 died from exposure to hydrogen sulfide. The coworker was exposed, but was revived. The required preparatory steps, for this type of work, were not followed with any diversion of the flow of raw sewage, atmospheric testing conducted, and mechanical ventilation provided. Additionally, the three workers were not provided with personal gas monitors, respiratory protective equipment, and rescue equipment.

Keywords: ASPHYXIATED, HYDROGEN SULFIDE, WORK RULES, INHALATION, GAS

Investigated Inspection
#	Inspection	Age	Sex	Degree of Injury	Nature of Injury	Occupation
1	307050278			Fatality	Asphyxia	Supervisors; handlers,equip-cleaners,laborers nec
2	307050278			Fatality	Asphyxia	Supervisors; handlers,equip-cleaners,laborers nec

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