Caught in running equipment or machinery during regular operation · Amputations
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Onsite Solar, LLC, 8071 River Rd, LYSANDER, NEW YORK 13027
on — Amputations, affecting the finger(s), fingernail(s), n.e.c..
Final narrative
An employee's finger was amputated after coming into contact with moving parts on a magnetic drill press.
An employee was sharpening peeler blades when their shirt was caught in the grinding wheel. The employee sustained tendon damage and a crushed right hand.
An employee was preparing to cut lumber on a panel saw when the clamp engaged and caught the employee's left middle finger, resulting in a fingertip amputation.
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