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Inspection Detail
Inspection: 315530766 - Coast Community College District
Inspection Information - Office: Santa Ana District Office
Site Address:
Coast Community College District
2701 Fairview Road
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Mailing Address:
1370 Adams Ave, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Union Status: Union
SIC:8211
NAICS: 611110/Elementary and Secondary Schools
Inspection Type: Accident
Scope: Partial
Advanced Notice: N
Ownership: LocalGovt
Safety/Health: Safety
Close Conference: 01/14/2013
Emphasis:
Case Closed: 01/15/2013
| Type | Activity Nr | Safety | Health |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accident | 102814001 | ||
| Complaint | 208858688 | Yes | Yes |
Investigation Summary
On August 17, 2012, Employee #1 a groundskeeper, climbed into a tree using a portable ladder approximately 8 ft above the surrounding grade to trim newly grown branches. The employee was using small hand shears to trim the tree and was not wearing any fall protection equipment. While trimming the tree, the employee suddenly lost his balance and falling onto a concrete surface. Medical Emergency Responders were called, and Employee #1 was transported to an area hospital, where he was treated for multiple fractures. Employee #1 remains hospitalized.
Keywords: FRACTURE, SHEAR, TREE LIMB, LADDER, TREE, FALL, HAND, TREE TRIMMING, CUTOUT--GAFF
| # | Inspection | Age | Sex | Degree of Injury | Nature of Injury | Occupation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 315530766 | Hospitalized injury | Fracture | Groundskeepers and gardeners, except farm |