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Amputations

1 amputation · 2019054698 · 5/8/2019 · Wilsonart LLC

Severity

Hospitalized
0
Amputation
1
Loss of eye
0
Body part
Finger(s), fingernail(s), unspecified
Nature of injury
Amputations

Cause

Event
Caught in running equipment or machinery during regular operation
Source
Sawing machinery-stationary, n.e.c.

Employer

Name
Wilsonart LLC
Location
10501 NW HK Dodgen Loop, TEMPLE, TEXAS, 76504
NAICS
326130
Jurisdiction
1

Narrative

Two employees were operating the cut-down saw in the distribution area. While the cut-down saw was in the lowered position, the injured employee was taking measurements. When the saw engaged, the injured employee's finger was caught in the saw guard and partially amputated.

Source

Authoritative
OSHA Severe Injury Reports
Machine
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