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Inspection Detail
Inspection: 315070755 - Van'S Logging
Inspection Information - Office: Fresno District Office
Site Address:
Van'S Logging
Maountain Home State Forest
Springville, CA 93265
Mailing Address:
42552 Balch Park Rd, Springville, CA 93265
Union Status: NonUnion
SIC:2411
NAICS: 113310/Logging
Inspection Type: Accident
Scope: Partial
Advanced Notice: N
Ownership: Private
Safety/Health: Safety
Close Conference: 07/27/2011
Emphasis:
Case Closed: 12/12/2011
| Type | Activity Nr | Safety | Health |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accident | 101084721 |
Investigation Summary
On July 26, 2011, Employee #1, with Van's Logging, was felling a white fir tree approximately 110 ft tall at Mountain House State Park. While falling, the fir tree's branches became entangled with another white fir tree approximately the same height. A branch approximately 4 in. diameter and 16 to 17 ft long fell approximately 30 to 40 ft, struck Employee #1 and killed him.
Keywords: TREE FELLING, TREE LIMB, LACERATION, TREE, STRUCK BY, LOGGING
| # | Inspection | Age | Sex | Degree of Injury | Nature of Injury | Occupation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 315070755 | Fatality | Cut/Laceration | Timber cutting and logging occupations |