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Electrical burns and electrocution

1 hospitalization · 2025043545 · 4/16/2025 · New Century II Landscaping Inc

Severity

Hospitalized
1
Amputation
0
Loss of eye
0
Body part
Body systems and other part(s) of body
Nature of injury
Electrical burns and electrocution

Cause

Event
Indirect exposure to electricity greater than 220 volts
Source
Power lines, transformers, convertors
Secondary source
Extension ladders

Employer

Name
New Century II Landscaping Inc
Location
21 Treasure Island Drive, AMAGANSETT, NEW YORK, 11930
NAICS
561730
Jurisdiction
1

Narrative

An employee was trimming trees using an extension ladder. When he moved the ladder, it contacted overhead power lines and the employee received an electric shock. The employee also sustained third-degree burns to the hands and feet.

Source

Authoritative
OSHA Severe Injury Reports
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