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Amputations

1 amputation · 2016109650 · 10/12/2016 · International Automotive Components

Severity

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

Cause

Event
Struck by dislodged flying object, particle
Source
Parts and materials, unspecified
Secondary source
Grinders, abraders

Employer

Name
International Automotive Components
Location
8281 County road 245, HOLMESVILLE, OHIO, 44633
NAICS
441310
Jurisdiction
1

Narrative

An employee was pressing a small steel bracket against a rotating sanding wheel with his hands and fingers to smooth the edge. The bracket flew out of his hand and amputated the right index fingertip.

Source

Authoritative
OSHA Severe Injury Reports
Machine
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