08/11/2026
We are so sad to have to share…
This past Saturday around 9 PM, while working storm restoration on PSE&G property, we lost a great friend, a wonderful mentor, and an amazing lineman, Brandon.
While making repairs to a damaged pole, Brandon suffered a major cardiac emergency. An apprentice and another lineman immediately began rescue efforts, got him down from the pole, started CPR, and turned him over to EMS. Sadly, Brandon later passed away at the hospital.
With an investigation pending, I won't speculate about what happened. But there are lessons we can all take from this tragedy:
• Always have someone on the ground qualified and
prepared to perform a rescue.
• Stay current with CPR/AED
• Stay current with CPR/AED and pole-top rescue. Those skills can save your brother's
life.
• In extreme heat and humidity, take the breaks you need and speak up if you're not feeling right. Production is never worth your life.
As always I hope everyone continues to stay safe, and remember too always be your brothers keeper.