Asplundh Tree Expert Company
Injured by slipping or swinging object held by injured worker — Cuts, lacerations — DANVILLE, WEST VIRGINIA
| Employer | Asplundh Tree Expert Company | Report ID | 2017065639 |
| Address | Route 85, Smoot Avenue | City, State ZIP | DANVILLE, WEST VIRGINIA 25053 |
| Event Date | June 20, 2017 | Outcome | Hospitalized |
| Nature of Injury | Cuts, lacerations | Body Part | Forearm(s) |
| Event Type | Injured by slipping or swinging object held by injured worker | Source of Injury | Chainsaws-powered |
| Industry (NAICS) | 561730 | Inspection # | — |
| GPS Coordinates | 38.08000, -81.83000 | ||
Incident Narrative
On June 20, 2017, at approximately 5:00 p.m., an employee was clearing brush with a chainsaw when the chainsaw made contact with the employee's left forearm, resulting in a severe laceration and hospitalization.
Incident Summary
On June 20, 2017, a worker at Asplundh Tree Expert Company in DANVILLE, WEST VIRGINIA suffered cuts, lacerations to the forearm(s). The incident was classified as injured by slipping or swinging object held by injured worker, with chainsaws-powered identified as the source of injury. The worker was hospitalized.
Context
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