Fatal Incident Due to Lack of Personal Protective Equipment in Landscaping
On April 18, 2023, a tragic accident occurred during a commercial landscaping project in Miami, Florida, resulting in the death of a 32-year-old worker, Carlos Hernandez. Hernandez was using a chainsaw to cut tree branches when a large branch fell unexpectedly, striking him on the head. Despite the immediate response from coworkers and emergency services, Hernandez was pronounced dead at the scene due to severe head trauma. The investigation revealed that Hernandez was not wearing the required personal protective equipment (PPE) at the time of the incident. Specifically, he was not […]This content is for BHHC Safety Center policy holders.
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