Struck against stationary object or equipment, unspecified · Cuts, lacerations
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Comprehensive Land Technologies, Inc., Greenfield Road, GREENFIELD TWP, MAINE 04418
on — Cuts, lacerations, affecting the hand(s), n.e.c..
Final narrative
An employee severely lacerated the palm of his hand after coming into contact with a chipper blade. The chipper was not running at the time.
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