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Amputations

1 amputation · 2021119802 · 11/12/2021 · Elberta Crate & Box Company

Severity

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

Cause

Event
Caught in running equipment or machinery, unspecified
Source
Chippers

Employer

Name
Elberta Crate & Box Company
Location
606 Dothan Highway, BAINBRIDGE, GEORGIA, 39818
NAICS
321920
Jurisdiction
1

Narrative

An employee operating a wood chipper was attempting to stop the belt from slipping by spreading sawdust on the belt. The employee's arm was pulled into the chipper and was amputated at the elbow.

Source

Authoritative
OSHA Severe Injury Reports
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