Inspection Detail
Inspection: 1253945.015 - The Diesel Authority Lp
Inspection Information - Office: Atlanta East Area Office
Site Address:
The Diesel Authority Lp
2585 Commerce Road
Athens, GA 30607
Mailing Address:
2585 Commerce Road, Athens, GA 30607
Union Status: NonUnion
SIC:
NAICS: 811111/General Automotive Repair
Inspection Type: Fat/Cat
Scope: Complete
Advanced Notice: N
Ownership: Private
Safety/Health: Safety
Close Conference: 08/08/2017
Emphasis: L:Forklift
Case Closed: 02/07/2018
Type | Activity Nr | Safety | Health |
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Accident | 1250034 | Yes |
Investigation Summary
At 4:23 p.m. on August 7, 2017, an employee was moving an automotive lift into position for anchoring using a forklift. The employee pushed too hard with the forklift against the bottom of a post and caused it to fall backward towards the employee. The employee tried to catch the lift as it fell and was struck in the head by the lift. The employee was crushed when knocked to the ground.
Keywords: Crushed, Falling Object, Head, Hydraulic Lift, Material Handling, Powered Industrial Vehicle, Struck By
# | Inspection | Age | Sex | Degree of Injury | Nature of Injury | Occupation |
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1 | 1253945.015 | 29 | M | Fatality | Automobile mechanics |