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OSHA Accident Investigation · Summary #221704075

NEW MEXICO HIGHLANDS UNIVERSITY

Event
Diabetes, Headache, Stomach, Vomit
NAICS
611310
Inspection type
Complaint
Activity number
#347774465
Employer profile
NEW MEXICO HIGHLANDS UNIVERSITY
Summary number
221704075
Report ID
0653510

Event description

Employee dies from complications of Type I diabetes

Investigation abstract

At 4:00 a.m. on September 14, 2024, Employee #1 was performing routine janitorial duties, including cleaning bathrooms, removing trash, and cleaning floors. The employee began the shift feeling unwell with a headache and upset stomach. As the day progressed, the symptoms worsened, and the employee left work early. The employee experienced vomiting and lightheadedness. The employee later died from complications related to diabetic ketoacidosis associated with Type I diabetes.

Victim

  1. #1 Fatality Age 54 M

    Event type
    14
    Occupation code
    453

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