Caught in running equipment or machinery during regular operation · Amputations
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Parker Hannifin, Ltd., 1717 Dufek Drive, MANITOWOC, WISCONSIN 54220
on — Amputations, affecting the fingertip(s).
Final narrative
An employee was adjusting the wire in a bobbin winder with the guard open. The tip of his left index finger was amputated when the wire tightened.
AmputationFingertip(s)Metal, woodworking, and special material machinery, n.e.c.
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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