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Caught in or Between: Fatal Fact #5
Construction Company Type: Street Paving Contractor
Accident Description:
A laborer was steam cleaning a scraper. The bowl apron had been left in the raised position. The hydraulically controlled apron had not been blocked to prevent it from accidentally falling. The apron did fall unexpectedly and the employee was caught between the apron and the cutting edge of the scraper bowl. The apron weighted approximately 2500 pounds.
OSHA Recommendations:
- Employer shall instruct each employee to recognize and avoid unsafe conditions applicable to his work environment (1926.21(b)(2)).
- Bulldozer and scraper blades and similar equipment shall either be fully lowered or blocked when being repaired or not in use.
Accident Details: Caught in or Between |
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| Company Type: | Street Paving Contractor |
| Crew Size: | 1 |
| Union/Collective Bargaining? | No |
| Weather: | Clear |
| Worksite Inspection? | Yes |
| Designated Competent Person on Site? | Yes |
| Employer Safety and Health Program? | Yes |
| Training and Education for Employees? | Yes |
| Craft of Deceased Worker(s): | Ironworker |
| Age / Sex of Deceased Worker(s): | 22; male |
| Experience or Time on Job: | 1 day |
| Time on Project: | 3 hours |
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