Inspection Detail

Inspection: 315450593 - Asplundh Tree Expert Co.

Inspection Information - Office: Nc Department Of Labor - Raleigh

Investigation Summary

At 5:00 p.m. on June 1, 2011, an employee was performing tree service. He was clearing a utility fence line and poles as well as picking up tree debris from the roadway, when he fell unconscious. Water, air conditioned work vehicles, and shaded break areas were in use by the worker as needed throughout the day. The ambient temperature was above 100 degrees Fahrenheit. The worker was transported to the local hospital, where his condition was diagnosed as a heat related illness. The worker died on July 20, 2011, as a result of liver and renal failure due to an acute heat stroke.

Keywords: UNCONSCIOUSNESS, LIVER, HEAT STROKE, KIDNEY, TREE TRIMMING