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Inspection Detail
Inspection: 316072032 - Asplundh Tree Expert Co
Inspection Information - Office: Va-E-Verona (Field Office) - Safety 0355116
Site Address:
Asplundh Tree Expert Co
Btwn 416 & 440 Middle Lane Rd
Grottoes, VA 24441
Mailing Address:
11028 Washington Highway, Glen Allen, VA 23059
Union Status: NonUnion
SIC:0783
NAICS: 561730/Landscaping Services
Inspection Type: Accident
Scope: Partial
Advanced Notice: N
Ownership: Private
Safety/Health: Safety
Close Conference: 11/10/2011
Planning Guide: Safety-Manufacturing
Emphasis: L:Fri
Case Closed: 02/23/2012
| Type | Activity Nr | Safety | Health |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accident | 100922111 |
Investigation Summary
On October 13, 2011, Employee #1 was trimming trees on the south side of the road from an insulated bucket truck, using a hydraulic saw blade. A tree from the north side fell onto the primary overhead power line on the south side. The power line moved in a downward motion, striking Employee #1 in his lower back, causing his face to strike the neutral line. He received an electrical shock and was killed.
Keywords: TREE LIMB, ELECTROCUTED, STRUCK AGAINST, SAW, ELECTRIC SHOCK, STRUCK BY, FACE, FALLING OBJECT, TREE TRIMMING, AERIAL LIFT
| # | Inspection | Age | Sex | Degree of Injury | Nature of Injury | Occupation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 316072032 | Fatality | Electric Shock | Occupation not reported |