Inspection 342870664 OPENED JAN 30, 2018Closed
2401 Huron, Kawkawlin, MI 48631 · Power and Communication Line and Related Structures Construction · OSHA's record · Phone and website on Google Maps
Incident on Dec 12, 2017: Employee fixing tire is injured when tire explodes
At 10:30 a.m. on December 12, 2017, Employee #1, employed by a utility services company, was driving a truck with a loaded lowboy trailer. He stopped to add air to a flat tire. As he worked on the tire, there was a sudden release of air pressure, the tire exploded, and Employee #1 was thrown approximately 6 feet away. Emergency services were called, and Employee #1 was transported to the hospital. He was admitted and treated for a concussion and head laceration, plus injuries to his chest/lungs and both arms.
| Citation and rule | Type | Proposed | Current | Issued | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Citation 1, item 2 29 CFR 408.17235(5) |
Serious | $0 | $3,780 | May 22, 2018 | Final |