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Inspection Detail
Inspection: 313858607 - Aarons Tree Service
Inspection Information - Office: Tampa Area Office
Site Address:
Aarons Tree Service
2300 7th Ave East
Bradenton, FL 34208
Mailing Address:
3304 45th St East, Bradenton, FL 34208
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:
Emphasis: L:Landscpe, S:Fall From Height
Case Closed: 11/20/2009
| Type | Activity Nr | Safety | Health |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accident | 102571973 |
Investigation Summary
On September 14, 2009, Employee #1 was topping two tall pine trees, using climbing boots and a belt, to access the trees. He also wore a safety harness but tied-off to the same section of the tree he was topping. He forgot to move his tie-off point and after starting to cut the second notch on the opposite side of the first, the notched trunk began to fall. Witness stated, Employee #1 appeared to try and untie his safety line, but it was too late. The 6 ft section of tree, approximately 12 to 15 inches in diameter, fell approximately 40 ft, pulling him up and over the top of the remaining trunk and then down to the ground. Employee #1 was killed.
Keywords: TREE FELLING, LIFELINE, TREE, LANYARD, FALLING OBJECT
| # | Inspection | Age | Sex | Degree of Injury | Nature of Injury | Occupation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 313858607 | Fatality | Fracture | Laborers, except construction |