Caught in running equipment or machinery during regular operation · Cuts, lacerations
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at JM Manufacturing Company, Inc., 15661 Delano Road, COCHRANTON, PENNSYLVANIA 16314
on — Cuts, lacerations, affecting the hand(s) and finger(s).
Final narrative
An employee was working at a pipe beller machine when the beller ring clip came loose. The employee was attempting to put the ring back on when the machine cycled, catching the employee's palm and thumb between the ring holder and the beller frame, requiring stitches. The employee was hospitalized and had surgery the following day. The machine was guarded, but not locked out at the time of the incident.
HospitalizedHand(s) and finger(s)Bending, rolling, shaping machinery, n.e.c.
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