MECHANICSBURG, PENNSYLVANIA—
Nestle Purina Petcare
Caught in running equipment or machinery during maintenance, cleaning · Amputations
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury at Nestle Purina Petcare, 6509 BRANDY LANE, MECHANICSBURG, PENNSYLVANIA 17050 on — Amputations, affecting the finger(s), fingernail(s), n.e.c..
Final narrative
An employee was attempting to clear a jam on an extruder machine when the employee's hand came into contact with a rotating valve, resulting in the amputation of four fingers.
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An employee was moving a piece of equipment on a rolling platform when his hand was pinched between the door frame and the equipment, resulting in the amputation of his right little finger and a partial amputation of his ring finger.
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An employee was moving bags of dog food in the packaging area, tripped over a support beam, and fell. The employee sustained a broken leg.
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An employee was standing on a piece of equipment while repairing another piece of equipment that was approximately 8 feet above the ground. The employee fell 3 feet to the ground and landed on his right leg, resulting in a dislocated right knee and a leg fracture that required hospitalization.
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An employee was conducting a maintenance inspection on a hydrostatic retort. They were opening an inspection port by removing a clamp when residual hot water exited the port and contacted the employee. The employee sustained first- and second-degree burns to their torso and arms.
ALLENTOWN, PENNSYLVANIA—
NESTLE PURINA PETCARE
A hot water supply line coupler separated near an employee, who was evaluating an unrelated pump nearby. The water caused first- and second-degree burns to the employee's arms.
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