Three underground utility workers in Florida died Monday after entering a confined space without the proper personal protective equipment or gas monitoring equipment. The incident, which occurred in Key Largo, Fla., began when the first man removed a manhole cover, entered a 15-foot-deep drainage hole and became unresponsive, according to news reports. The second worker entered with the intention of saving him but also lost consciousness. Likewise, a third man climbed into the hole was overcome by gas. All three workers perished. None were wearing respiratory protective equipment. The three men were identified as Elway Gray, 34, Louis O’Keefe, 49, and Robert Wilson, […]
This content is for BHHC Safety Center policy holders.
If you are a BHHC policy holder, login to access compliant safety training, tools and videos.
Don’t have a username and password? Click here to register and get instant access.
Don’t know if you are still a BHHC policy holder? Questions regarding online services and registration may be directed to BHHC’s Customer Care Center at (888) 495-8949.