OSHA Accident Investigation · Summary #221616121
ASHLAND COMFORT CONTROL, INC.
NOVA, OH·
Event description
Bee sting results in anaphylaxis shock, later dies
Investigation abstract
At 12:30 p.m. on November 13, 2023, Employee #1 was working for a plumbing/HVAC contractor. Employee #1 was operating a mini-excavator, removing stone from a new foundation and placing it into the bucket of a skid steer being operated by a coworker. Employee #1 was stung by a bee that resulted in anaphylactic shock. Employee #1 asked his coworker to be taken to the hospital before collapsing. Employee #1 was later pronounced dead.
Victim
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#1 Fatality Age 26 M
- Event type
- 3
- Occupation code
- 7010
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