Struck by or caught in swinging door or gate · Amputations
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Jones Lang Lasalle, 701 Brickell Avenue, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33131
on — Amputations, affecting the fingertip(s).
Final narrative
An employee's right middle finger was caught by a door that was being repaired. The employee lost part of his fingertip.
HospitalizedFingertip(s)Doors, except garage and vehicle
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On December 11, 2023, an employee was transporting equipment for demolition tasks and waiting for the superintendent to open the door. The door closed and amputated the tip of the employee's left thumb.
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