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Amputations

1 amputation, 1 hospitalization · 2016098350 · 9/4/2016 · HB Rentals, LLC

Severity

Hospitalized
1
Amputation
1
Loss of eye
0
Body part
Fingertip(s)
Nature of injury
Amputations

Cause

Event
Compressed or pinched by shifting objects or equipment
Source
Strapping

Employer

Name
HB Rentals, LLC
Location
Patterson Rig #250, ORLA, TEXAS, 79770
NAICS
213112
Jurisdiction
1

Narrative

An employee was attempting to release tension from a 2-inch ratchet strap by lifting the lever that activates the lock/unlock mechanism. The pressurized strap released and the locking mechanism amputated his right thumb tip.

Source

Authoritative
OSHA Severe Injury Reports
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