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Inspection Detail
Inspection: 309908416 - Jose Chavez
Inspection Information - Office: Long Beach District Office
Site Address:
Jose Chavez
77 Laurel Drive
Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275
Mailing Address:
1544 W 226th St #4, Torrance, CA 90501
Union Status: NonUnion
SIC:0783
NAICS: 561730/Landscaping Services
Inspection Type: Accident
Scope: No Insp/Other
Advanced Notice: N
Ownership: Private
Safety/Health: Safety
Close Conference: 02/23/2008
Emphasis: S:Agriculture (Aship)
Case Closed: 07/02/2008
| Type | Activity Nr | Safety | Health |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accident | 101030898 |
Investigation Summary
At approximately 1:11 p.m. on February 23, 2008, Employee #1, a self-employed handyman, was performing tree trimming work. He climbed a palm tree, approximately 15 to 17 ft high. A coworker heard a noise and rushed towards Employee #1 who was lying on the concrete with blood coming out from his head. It was noted that his fall arrest equipment was poorly maintained. Employee #1 died.
Keywords: FRACTURE, HEAD, STRUCK AGAINST, EQUIPMENT FAILURE, TREE, FALL, FALL PROTECTION, CONCUSSION, TREE TRIMMING
| # | Inspection | Age | Sex | Degree of Injury | Nature of Injury | Occupation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 309908416 | Fatality | Fracture | Occupation not reported |