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Inspection Detail
Inspection: 312580780 - Sierra Nevada Recreation
Inspection Information - Office: Modesto District Office
Site Address:
Sierra Nevada Recreation
5350 Moaning Cave Road
Vallecito, CA 95251
Mailing Address:
Po Box 78, Vallecito, CA 95251
Union Status: NonUnion
SIC:7999
NAICS: 712190/Nature Parks and Other Similar Institutions
Inspection Type: Accident
Scope: Partial
Advanced Notice: N
Ownership: Private
Safety/Health: Safety
Close Conference: 11/22/2010
Emphasis:
Case Closed: 12/08/2010
| Type | Activity Nr | Safety | Health |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accident | 102568615 |
Investigation Summary
A 71-yr-old male nature guide fell was demonstrating the "correct" technique for cave repelling. Unfortunately, he did not first make the required safety device and rope line check. He fell 15 ft, and only a jutting ledge prevented his decent to the full 175 ft cave depth. The instructor suffered body bruises, but no hospitalization was required. His regional park employer has since instituted a "double person" safety check.
Keywords: ROPE, SAFETY CONTROL LINE, FALL
| # | Inspection | Age | Sex | Degree of Injury | Nature of Injury | Occupation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 312580780 | Non Hospitalized injury | Bruise/Contus/Abras | Guides |