Struck by object or equipment dropped by injured worker · Amputations
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Packers Sanitation Services, Inc, 1501 East 8th Street, LIBERAL, KANSAS 67905
on — Amputations, affecting the fingertip(s).
Final narrative
An employee was removing a metal drain cover when it slipped out of his hand and pinched the tip of his right middle finger.
AmputationFingertip(s)Caps, lids, covers, n.e.c.
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