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Amputations

1 amputation, 1 hospitalization · 2015107364 · 10/3/2015 · Jordan Woodworking, LLC

Severity

Hospitalized
1
Amputation
1
Loss of eye
0
Body part
Finger(s), fingernail(s), n.e.c.
Nature of injury
Amputations

Cause

Event
Caught in running equipment or machinery during regular operation
Source
Sawing machinery-stationary, n.e.c.
Secondary source
Belts, gloves, neckties, scarves

Employer

Name
Jordan Woodworking, LLC
Location
8811 Rogers Road, LONGMONT, COLORADO, 80503
NAICS
321911
Jurisdiction
1

Narrative

An employee was operating a jointer to make parts for two window sills just prior to glue up. The employee's glove came into contact with the jointer spindle, pulling his left hand in. Three left-hand fingers were amputated.

Source

Authoritative
OSHA Severe Injury Reports
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