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Amputations

1 amputation · 2019099681 · 9/16/2019 · Palletone Incorporated

Severity

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

Cause

Event
Struck against moving part of machinery or equipment
Source
Sawing machinery-stationary, unspecified

Employer

Name
Palletone Incorporated
Location
1212 Brai Drive, PORT ARTHUR, TEXAS, 77640
NAICS
321920
Jurisdiction
1

Narrative

An employee was attempting to unjam a saw when his left hand touched the rotating blade, lacerating his hand and little finger. As a result, his little finger had to be medically amputated.

Source

Authoritative
OSHA Severe Injury Reports
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