OSHA Accident Investigation · Summary #221372089
PECK'S WELL DRILLING CO., INC.
POOLVILLE, TX·
Event description
Employee is struck and killed by rotating pipe wrench
Investigation abstract
At 10:30 a.m. on July 1, 2021, an employee operated a rig to ensure the stability of well walls. The employee placed a thirty-six inch pipe wrench on the top head that was then possibly activated by the employee who accidently bumped the lever. The top head rotated the wrench that then struck the employee in the chest. Employee received a blunt force injury and puncture that killed the employee.
Victim
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#1 Fatality Age 52 M
- Event type
- 1
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