Worker struck, killed by outrigger
2 min readThese flashes summarize the key matters and incidents, allowing wider dissemination of lessons learnt form them. The information below has been provided in a good faith by members and should be reviewed individually by recipients, who will determine it’s relevance to their own operations.
Case report: #14-MA-003-01*
Issued by: Massachusetts Fatality Assessment and Control Evaluation (FACE) Program
Date of incident: Feb. 4, 2014
To prevent future occurrences:
- Ensure excavating equipment is moved away from the excavation edge and all attachments are lowered to the ground before workers enter the excavation.
- Ensure the operator performs a walkaround to warn workers on foot that equipment will be moved.
- Consider closing roadways when the work area is located in a roadway and limited space is available.
- Develop and enforce a safety and health program that addresses hazard recognition and the avoidance of unsafe conditions. Ensure work environments meet all relevant OSHA regulations.