Fellow buzzer has passed

This tragic accident couldnt have happened to a better guy. a good freind of mine and fellow climber gave me a good piece of advice. he said every time he changes his TIP he says his wife or daughters name. kinda as a reinforcemant that if he dosent do this right he may not see them again.
 
This is terrible and shocking news, and very close to home. Although I never met Cameron, I have always received positive reports from clients who have used him. I hear he was "good people" and a good tree man. It will be a lasting regret that I did not make his acquaintance (I always thought there would be time).

My heart goes out to his family, friends, and to all those who will miss him.
 
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Although I never met Cameron...I hear he was "good people" and a good tree man. It will be a lasting regret that I did not make his acquaintance (I always thought there would be time).

My heart goes out to his family, friends, and to all those who will miss him.

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Amen to that.

Hope to meet you on the Top Limb some day Cameron. Until that day, Rest Easy Brother.
 
Prayers to the family... Yes! However, shouldn't the site have been kept intact for the investigation that should be going on now? I applaud the foreman for having the guts to climb up and disconnect the crane, yet still, I think the crane should stay put and be evidence in the investigation. We wonder why our industry is going to hell...
 
Happy climbing. The investigation had concluded when he broke the crane down.

The foreman told me that the OSHA guys were super supportive and helpful. OSHA did say that since the owner was the one that has passed that their investigation (ie who gets fined) isn't the same as if it had been a worker for the company.
 
Thanks Marc for keeping us informed. It is a horrible way to be reminded of the importance of being vigilant about our safe work practices and procedures. Too many times we'll take that shortcut or let our minds wander to something else while in the midst of what is routine.

Once again, condolences to all whose lives were touched by Cameron.
 
Sends chills down my spine! Flashbacks of my fall, which I posted here. Went back up spar to measure my fall, with cast on my arm about a week later. Tree was at my house so I left it up to remind me. A 38ft fall. At 50 I might not have lived.
Norm Hall put it well after not figuring out why I fell. He simply said, PILOT ERROR! Always considered myself as detailed oriented and did ritual checks. Not that time. Sounds like the same scenario as Cameron.

I have known these groups of Jersey guys through the workdays over the years. Great professionalism from all of them and to lose a " Good Guy" like that seems crazy. Not that anyone should be dying but it hits home in a different way.

I have also watched a co-worker hit the ground right in front of me and die. Crazy feeling. Lots of sadness for friends and more than anything the FAMILY! Stay strong!

Lots to be learned here, unfortunately at a priceless, unwanted cost. Makes you think more if you can consider training an expense or necessary investment for yours and others future.

OSHA was supportive of our tragedy as well.

With utmost sorrow and respect to all affected. Stay Strong!
 
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Thanks Marc for keeping us informed. It is a horrible way to be reminded of the importance of being vigilant about our safe work practices and procedures. Too many times we'll take that shortcut or let our minds wander to something else while in the midst of what is routine.

Once again, condolences to all whose lives were touched by Cameron.

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Very well said, Treehumper and Sawdust
 
This is the first time i have posted on here in some time.For obvious reasons i feel compelled to do so today!!
I have known Cam since he began his business,my wife works as a nurse with his mom. He and I were certainly not BEST friends but enjoyed one anothers company ,texts,and conversations...(We were sharing texts Wed afternoon) He was a Tender soul but a driven Man! We have been using him and Matt to do our big lifts for us.
This is certainly a punch in the stomach... I am Very purposeful in men that I seek out to establish long lasting friendships with to keep one another sharp and talk about things that Matter! I feel as if Cam and I were in a budding and growing potentially long lived friendship! I WILL MISS HIM
I have been actively praying for His wife and children as well as his mom and dad!! HIs dad typically drove the pick up and trailer w all of the plywood on it and would sometimes ask where was a good place to grab lunch....
My heart is broken for this Family for tha loss of this wonderful Husband,Father,son.....And the industry has lost a good DUDE ....who obviously was a hard worker!!!
RIP my dear brother!!!
 
I found out the news this morning, from a fellow Buzzer, via text. I was shocked, like many of us here. I never had a personal relationship with Cameron, however he gave me encouragement, feedback, and advise for my future investment (crane).

He was generous with his time, though I understand he was busy with business and family.

I enjoyed his knowledge shared here.

I'm praying for his family.

--Jamin
 
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It's crazy that such an small lapse in attention can cost so much.

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Exactly, could have been just a few seconds... seems unreal... that's a terrible lesson.. such an unforgiving profession...

Someone posted a link to the Brazilian that got electrocuted trying to carry out the body of another victim... I was replaying it a few times, watching with complete concentration, when a friend asked me why would I want to keep watching such a bad scene... "Because it keeps me sharp... when I get around those wires I want to know and remember that they are death"...


When someone as amazing as Cameron dies, it sends a wave of shock throughout the industry. If this can happen to him, it can happen to any of us.. Its that quick... life and death.. Take your mind of the task at hand, right here right now, and you (or someone else) can die...

We all live with that every time we go to work. Don't take it for granted. Use it to keep your focus on safety. And don't expect anyone else to understand it.
Dealing with work, day after day, where small decision can lead to death, creates what is really a mild form of PTSD..

I know a couple men that worked for Cameron and briefly met him at a TCC, and of course know his posts here.. Sorry to see you go so young brother, and grieve your children's loss.. Good journey to the Spirit World..
 
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