Caught in running equipment or machinery during regular operation · Amputations
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Estwing Manufacturing Company, Inc., 2647 8th St. , ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS 61109
on — Amputations, affecting the fingertip(s).
Final narrative
At about 2:30 a.m. on March 25, 2019, an employee was using a modified hydraulic press with a knife tool to remove defective vinyl grips from new hammers. While the employee was retrieving a hammer, his right middle and ring fingertips were caught between moving and stationary parts, causing amputations.
AmputationFingertip(s)Metal, woodworking, and special material machinery, n.e.c.
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