Caught in running equipment or machinery during regular operation · Amputations
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Robinson Tools LLC , 477 Whitney Road , PENFIELD, NEW YORK 14526
on — Amputations, affecting the fingertip(s).
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Final narrative
An employee was using a full revolution mechanical power press to assemble a small component. The employee cycled the press using a foot pedal. The employee's left index finger was in the point of operation at that time, resulting in a fingertip amputation.
An employee was sharpening peeler blades when their shirt was caught in the grinding wheel. The employee sustained tendon damage and a crushed right hand.
An employee was preparing to cut lumber on a panel saw when the clamp engaged and caught the employee's left middle finger, resulting in a fingertip amputation.
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An employee was dumping waste products in the dumpster. As the employee released the hatch to the dumpster, it snapped back and caught their left ring finger, resulting in amputation.
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An employee was directing trucks as they entered and left a highway work zone. A vehicle struck them, resulting in multiple fractures and other injuries. The employee was hospitalized.