Inspection Detail
Inspection: 315450387 - City Of Sanford Police Department
Inspection Information - Office: Nc Department Of Labor - Raleigh
Site Address:
City Of Sanford Police Department
3000 Airport Rd.
Sanford, NC 27330
Mailing Address:
225 E Weatherspoon St., Sanford, NC 27330
Union Status: NonUnion
SIC:9221
NAICS: 922120/Police Protection
Inspection Type: Accident
Scope: Partial
Advanced Notice: N
Ownership: LocalGovt
Safety/Health: Safety
Close Conference: 09/16/2011
Planning Guide: Safety-Manufacturing
Emphasis:
Case Closed: 10/10/2011
| Type | Activity Nr | Safety | Health |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accident | 100362482 |
Investigation Summary
On July 5, 2011, Employee #1, a police officer, was repelling down the side of a four story concrete training tower while performing training. While making an Australian repel, Employee #1's harness and rope suddenly came to a stop during decent, which caused Employee #1 to contact the concrete wall. Employee #1 was sent to the hospital for medical observation, where he later died from internal injuries.
Keywords: ROPE, STRUCK AGAINST, TOWER, CONTUSION
| # | Inspection | Age | Sex | Degree of Injury | Nature of Injury | Occupation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 315450387 | Fatality | Bruise/Contus/Abras | Police and detectives, public service |
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