Inspection Detail

Inspection: 1784331.015 - I Pallet Logistics

Inspection Information - Office: San Bernardino District Office

Investigation Summary

At 11:19 a.m. on October 26, 2024, an employee working for a wood container and pallet manufacturer was loading pallets. The employee was operating a forklift when he began experiencing abdominal pain. Coworker #1 found the employee slumped over on the forklift. Coworker #1 assisted the employee off the forklift and removed him to the front of the yard. Coworker #1 and Coworker #2 removed the employee's PPE. The employee was holding Coworker #1's hand and squeezing it when EMS arrived and provided AED treatment. The employee was transported to the community hospital where he was pronounced dead at 12:15 p.m. due to a heart condition. The employee reportedly drank energy drinks which may have exacerbated his condition. The coroner report is pending review.

Keywords: Cardiac Arrest, Cardiovasc Disease, Cardiovasc System, Driving, Equipment Operator, Forklift, Heart, Heart Attack, Industrial Truck, Material Handling, Medical Attention, Medical Condition, Medical History, PIV, Powered Industrial Vehicle, Preexisting Condition, Respiratory, Respiratory Tract, Underlying Medical Condition