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Struck by: Fatal Fact #35
Construction Company Type: Road Construction
Accident Description:
Four employees were working near pile driving equipment preparing to drive the first piling. Apparently the two clips on the eye of the hammer hoisting rope slipped, permitting the hammer which was still inside the lead to fall some 45 feet. The hammer struck a large timber on the ground breaking it. One end of the timber struck the employees, fatally injuring one man.
OSHA Recommendations:
- That a minimum of four wire rope clips be used to form eyes in the ends of wire rope of the size used in accordance with 1926.251(c)(5) re: Table H-20.
- That the employer instruct each employee in the recognition and avoidance of unsafe conditions and the regulations applicable to his work environment to correct or eliminate any hazards or other exposure to illness or injury in accordance with 1926.21(b)(2).
Sources of Help
- Construction Safety and Health Standards (OSHA 2207) which contains all OSHA job safety and health rules and regulations (1926 and 1910) covering construction.
- OSHA-funded free consultation services. Consult your telephone directory for the number of your local OSHA area or regional office for further assistance and advice (listed under U.S. Labor Department or under the state government section where states administer their own OSHA programs).
Accident Details: Struck by |
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| Company Type: | Road Construction |
| Crew Size: | 5 |
| Union/Collective Bargaining? | No |
| Weather: | Clear |
| Worksite Inspection? | Yes |
| Designated Competent Person on Site? | Yes |
| Employer Safety and Health Program? | No |
| Training and Education for Employees? | Yes |
| Craft of Deceased Worker(s): | Concrete Finisher |
| Age / Sex of Deceased Worker(s): | 64; male |
| Experience or Time on Job: | Unknown |
| Time on Project: | 2 1/2 days |
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