Caught in running equipment or machinery during regular operation · Fractures
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Refresco North America, Inc., 20 Aldan Avenue, CONCORDVILLE, PENNSYLVANIA 19331
on — Fractures, affecting the forearm(s).
Final narrative
An employee was operating a machine when the employee's arm was caught between the bottom edge of the machine's door and its conveyor system. The employee suffered a laceration and fractured forearm.
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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