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Amputations

1 amputation, 1 hospitalization · 20191010357 · 10/3/2019 · Kaneka North America, LLC.

Severity

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

Cause

Event: Caught in running equipment or machinery during maintenance, cleaning
Source: Metal, woodworking, and special material machinery, unspecified

Employer

Name: Kaneka North America, LLC.
Location: 6161 Underwood Rd, PASADENA, TEXAS, 77507
NAICS: 325211
Jurisdiction: 1

Narrative

An employee was troubleshooting a film cutting machine. While adjusting the roller, his right index fingertip was amputated.

Source

Authoritative: OSHA Severe Injury Reports
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