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Amputations

1 amputation, 1 hospitalization · 2016064867 · 6/2/2016 · Electrical Energy Systems Corp.

Severity

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

Cause

Event
Struck by object or equipment dropped by injured worker
Source
Metal pipes, tubing
Secondary source
Power cords, electrical cords, extension cords

Employer

Name
Electrical Energy Systems Corp.
Location
Greater New Haven Water Pollution Control Authority, NEW HAVEN, CONNECTICUT, 06512
NAICS
238210
Jurisdiction
1

Narrative

An employee was cutting 4-inch rigid conduit pipe with an electrical band saw while on a step-ladder. After the section of pipe was cut free, the employee carried the pipe down the step-ladder, stepping on the extension cord that was energizing the band saw. His ankle rolled, causing him to lose his balance and lose his hold on the pipe. He fell and reached out with the hand holding the pipe to try and gain some balance. The pipe fell from his shoulder and struck him on the hand, crushing two fingers and amputating another on his right hand.

Source

Authoritative
OSHA Severe Injury Reports
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