Struck by falling object or equipment, n.e.c. · Amputations
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Matcor Metal Fabrication, Inc., 1021 W Birchwood St, MORTON, ILLINOIS 61550
on — Amputations, affecting the fingertip(s).
Final narrative
An employee was moving a part off a welding fixture using a hoist. The magnet released, dropping the part on the employee's left hand. The employee's left middle fingertip was amputated.
HospitalizedAmputationFingertip(s)Parts and materials, unspecified
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