Caught in running equipment or machinery, unspecified · Crushing injuries
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Peters Greek Kitchen, 1056 Main Street, WALTHAM, MASSACHUSETTS 02451
on — Crushing injuries, affecting the finger(s), fingernail(s), unspecified.
Final narrative
Two fingers in an employee's left hand became stuck/crushed in a pizza dough rolling machine.
HospitalizedFinger(s), fingernail(s), unspecifiedFood and beverage processing machinery-specialized, n.e.c.
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