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Amputations

1 amputation · 2020109367 · 10/2/2020 · Pactive Evergreen

Severity

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

Cause

Event
Caught in running equipment or machinery during regular operation
Source
Conveyors-powered, unspecified

Employer

Name
Pactive Evergreen
Location
7670 Airport Dr., MACON, GEORGIA, 31216
NAICS
322219
Jurisdiction
1

Narrative

An employee was adjusting the photo eye on a conveyor line when his left hand was caught in the path of the diverter gate. When the diverter activated to switch lanes, the tip of the employee's ring finger was amputated.

Source

Authoritative
OSHA Severe Injury Reports
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