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Inspection Detail
Inspection: 1522938.015 - Black Warrior Electric Membership Corporation
Inspection Information - Office: Mobile Area Office
Site Address:
Black Warrior Electric Membership Corporation
Co Rd 51
Greensboro, AL 36744
Mailing Address:
1410 U.S. 43 S., Demopolis, AL 36732
Union Status: NonUnion
SIC:
NAICS: 221122/Electric Power Distribution
Inspection Type: Fat/Cat
Scope: Complete
Advanced Notice: N
Ownership: Private
Safety/Health: Safety
Close Conference: 04/20/2021
Emphasis: L:Ohpwrlne
Case Closed: 08/23/2021
| Type | Activity Nr | Safety | Health |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accident | 1750716 |
Investigation Summary
At 8:30 a.m. on March 29, 2021, an employee was attempting to reattach damaged powerlines to a 30 ft. wooden utility pole. The employee was attached to the pole with a body belt and harness. As the employee pulled the power lines, the pole snapped at the base causing him to fall. He landed between the ground and the pole, causing internal injuries and killing him.
Keywords: Abdomen, Caught Between, Climbing, Crushed, Elec Utility Work, Fall, Fall Protection, Falling Object, Malfunction, Overhead Power Line, PPE, Power Line Worker, Power Lines, Safety Belt, Utility Pole
| # | Inspection | Age | Sex | Degree of Injury | Nature of Injury | Occupation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1522938.015 | 51 | M | Fatality | Electrical Power-Line |