OSHA Accident Investigation · Summary #221715972

TREES, LLC

SUGAR LAND, TX— 2024-10-16T00:00:00

Event: Cardiovasc Disease, Cardiovasc System, Cutting, Heart, Medical Attention, Medical Condition, Medical History, Power Lines, Preexisting Condition, Respiratory, Respiratory Tract, Spotter, Tree, Tree Care, Tree Trimming, Underlying Medical Condition
NAICS: 561730
Inspection type: Referral
Activity number: #347863292
Employer profile: TREES, LLC
Summary number: 221715972
Report ID: 0626700

Event description

Employee dies of cardiovascular condition at end of shift

Investigation abstract

At 7:26 p.m. on October 16, 2024, an employee working for a tree care service was serving as a spotter for a coworker. The coworker was cutting trees and needed an observer to ensure he maintained a safe clearance distance from overhead power lines. The employee and coworker were done cutting for the day when the employee became ill. The employee started having trouble breathing. The coworker took the employee to the front of the work site and called 911. EMTs arrived and transported the employee to the hospital. The employee died from a personal medical condition involving his cardiovascular system/heart.

Victim

#1 Fatality Age 60 M

Event type
12

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