KILGORE, TEXAS—
General Dynamics
Caught in running equipment or machinery during regular operation · Amputations
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury at General Dynamics, 2600 N. Longview St., KILGORE, TEXAS 75662 on — Amputations, affecting the finger(s), fingernail(s), n.e.c..
Final narrative
An employee was operating a shear machine when the machine actuated. The hydraulic drop came down and amputated the employee's right index finger.
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