Fatal Aerial Lift Accident During Tree Trimming
On August 12, 2023, a fatal accident involving an aerial lift occurred during a tree trimming operation in a residential neighborhood in Orlando, Florida. The incident resulted in the death of a 39-year-old landscaping worker, Jonathan Reed. Reed was operating a scissor lift to reach and trim high branches when the lift suddenly tipped over due to unstable ground conditions. Despite being harnessed, Reed was ejected from the lift when it fell and suffered fatal injuries upon impact with the ground. The investigation revealed that the lift was not properly stabilized, and no thorough inspection […]This content is for CoAction Insurance policy holders.
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