What do you know about the water tower accident in waterloo?

I recall blogging about this accident and I believe the worker fell into the water tower, not outside of it. I could be wrong but I don't think so. Allow me to do a quick search, and yes I did blog about it on May 7, 2009 and I see there was another incident on November 9, 2008 as well as March 25, 2009 in Dallas Center.

• Groundskeeper and Maintenance Workers | Lombardi Law Firm Nov 9, 2008... Another water tower fall by worker, but this time in Waterloo, Iowa. .... Groundskeeping workers mow, water, fertilize, and aerate the ... www.lombardilaw.com/.../groundskeeper-and-maintenance-workers.cfm - Cached - Similar
• Waterloo, Iowa maintenance worker falls into water tank | Lombardi ... May 7, 2009 ... We have previously reported on a maintenance worker falling from a water tower into the tower itself. Today we report on another incident in ...www.lombardilaw.com/.../waterloo-iowa-maintenance-worker-falls-into-water-tank.cfm - Cached
• Maintenance workers and use of a safety harness | Lombardi Law Firm Mar 25, 2009 ... A maintenance worker welding on the water tower in Dallas Center could have used a harness to save him when he fell of a ladder while ... www.lombardilaw.com/.../maintenance-workers-and-use-of-a-safety-harness-20090325.cfm - Cached

The biggest question I had was about fall arrest or fall protection gear. This is a common problem, so common that it makes OSHA's top ten list. [Let's Look At The Top Ten OSHA Fines | Lombardi Law Firm ] Where was his lanyard? Was one given to him? Was he properly trained? Who was supervising? Why didn't the supervisor stop the work? Working inside a water tower has elements of two kinds of claims I see quite often. The first type requires fall protection (fall arrest gear) and the second confined space safety procedures. If the worker falls into the water then he may need someone close by to pull him out and to a place of safety. Without seeing the drawings of what the inside of that water tower looks like I'm at a loss to say more. Just know this is the kind of accident that is preventable if the right safety procedures are followed.

I've got many posts about fall protection on the Lombardi Law Firm site and also on The Iowa Edict.

For additional reading see these posts.

Let's Look At The Top Ten OSHA Fines | Lombardi Law Firm

 - Sep 4

Mar 26, 2010 ... #3 - Fall Protection - This one drives me nuts. I've had iron workers lose their lives and legs over this one. Fall protection is your ... www.lombardilaw.com/blog/lets-look-at-the-top-ten-osha-fines.cfm - Cached

Construction Site Safety: Fall Arrest and Fall Protection Gear ...

Sep 6, 2010 ... After all fall protection is what the law requires. ... This story is all about fall protection and why it wasn't being used. ... www.lombardilaw.com/.../construction-site-safety-fall-arrest-and-fall-protection-gear-save-lives.cfm - Cached

Helpful Internet Safety and Personal Injury Resources | Lombardi ...

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Construction Site Safety: Fall Arrest and Fall Protection Gear Save Lives ...... Fall protection through netting: One out of ten construction workers is ... www.lombardilaw.com/resources.cfm - Cached

Des Moines Accident Attorney and Iowa Worker's Comp Lawyer ...

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Construction Site Safety: Fall Arrest and Fall Protection Gear Save Lives .... You slip on a patch of ice and fall. Accidents at home are painful and ... www.lombardilaw.com/ - Cached - Similar

Construction Site Accidents | Central Iowa Accident Attorney ...

The fall protection equipment being supplied on the job site isn't what I want to use. ... No one is using fall protection on the construction site. ... www.lombardilaw.com/practice.../construction-site-accidents2.cfm - Cached

Fall protection for construction workers is a vital piece of ...

Nov 17, 2008 ... At Lombardi Law we make it a point to blog about the issues that affect those who are effected by accidents. Call us for a FREE evaluation ...
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Maintenance workers and use of a safety harness | Lombardi Law Firm

Mar 25, 2009 ... A fall protection plain contains a number of sections. First, a fall protection plan should contain a statement of company policy which ... www.lombardilaw.com/.../maintenance-workers-and-use-of-a-safety-harness-20090325.cfm - Cached

The Lombardi Law Firm Blog | Lombardi Law Firm

Sep 22, 2009 ... The man fell 30 feet so that would require a fall protection plan and harness. Besides the Des Moines Register see KCCI News. ... www.lombardilaw.com/blog/?catid=1230 - Cached

Where can I contact Miller Fall Protection ? | Lombardi Law Firm

You call Miller at 800/873-5242 or go to the Miller Fall Protection website. - 515-222-1110 - 1300 37th Street, Suite 6 West Des Moines, IA 50266.  www.lombardilaw.com/.../where-can-i-contact-miller-fall-protection.cfm - Cached

Construction Site Safety - ROPS and why you need them. | Lombardi ...

Nov 17, 2008 ... Construction Site Safety: Fall Arrest and Fall Protection Gear Save Lives · Yet another confined space work accident! ...
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The fall protection equipment being supplied on the job site isn't ...

Simply buy your own fall arrest gear. There are many stores on the Internet where you can obtain information and view different styles of fall arrest gear.
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No one is using fall protection on the construction site. What ...

Fall protection isn't an option. If you have a union speak directly with them. Discuss your concerns with the construction site supervisor and request a ...
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Did this 24-year-old Iowa electrician die needlessly? | Lombardi ...

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I've posted about construction workers fall protection equipment on the InjuryBoard.com site but it's certainly worth rehashing the subject. ... www.lombardilaw.com/blog/?keywordid=1110 - Cached

News | Lombardi Law Firm

Under OSHA guidelines, a fall protection plan is required when there is leading edge work being performed 6 ft. above the ground and conventional fall ...
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July 2010 - Iowa News Roundup | Lombardi Law Firm

Jul 14, 2010 ... Worker Dies After Ladder Fall, KCCI I have covered ladder safety on the Verdict previously. .... Where can I contact Miller Fall Protection? ...
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Oct 7, 2009 ... Where can I contact Miller Fall Protection? more · Home · Practice · About Us · FAQ · News · Attorney Toolbox · Client ToolBox ...
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The Lombardi Law Firm Blog | Lombardi Law Firm

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