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Amputations

1 amputation · 2023109904 · 10/26/2023 · Croy's Mowing Ltd

Severity

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

Cause

Event
Caught in running equipment or machinery during maintenance, cleaning
Source
Lawn mowers-riding

Employer

Name
Croy's Mowing Ltd
Location
County Road 180, KENTON, OHIO, 43326
NAICS
561730
Jurisdiction
1

Narrative

An employee was troubleshooting the blades of a zero-turn mower that were not turning on. As he was investigating under the engine of the motor, his left index finger was caught between the pulley and the belt resulting in amputation.

Source

Authoritative
OSHA Severe Injury Reports
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