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Wisconsin Metal Fab., LLC

Compressed or pinched by shifting objects or equipment · Amputations

Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury at Wisconsin Metal Fab., LLC, 1875 Olson Drive, CHIPPEWA FALLS, WISCONSIN 54729 on — Amputations, affecting the fingertip(s).

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On July 13, 2021, an employee was moving two 90 lbs. parts and pinched his left middle finger between the two parts resulting in a fingertip amputation.

Amputation Fingertip(s) Parts and materials, unspecified

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An employee was using a vertical band saw to cut a thick piece of rubber material. While being cut, the material shifted, causing the employee s right hand to contact the moving blade. The employee's thumb was amputated below the knuckle. The employee was hospitalized, undergoing surgery.

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