Caught in running equipment or machinery during regular operation · Cuts, lacerations
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Western Container Corporation, 1100 Inman Pkwy, BELOIT, WISCONSIN 53511
on — Cuts, lacerations, affecting the upper arm(s).
Final narrative
On 10/6/16, at approximately 2:00 p.m., an employee was operating a compound miter box saw to cut cardboard tubes. The saw kicked upward, pulling her right arm into the blade and lacerating the right bicep. The saw was guarded at the time.
An employee was cleaning tube winding machine on a line with a shop rag when their sleeve became caught in the drive belt on the machine, resulting in a fractured right arm.
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An employee was making adjustments on a V pusher when the machine s V flap came up and caught the employee s left ring fingertip, amputating the finger pad.
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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