Caught in running equipment or machinery during regular operation · Amputations
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Bailey Nurseries, Inc., 1546 North 600 East Rd., ONARGA, ILLINOIS 60955
on — Amputations, affecting the fingertip(s).
Final narrative
At about 1:15 p.m. on October 12, 2022, an employee was removing potted plants from a conveyor. The conveyor's chain caught his glove and his right hand was pulled into the chain and sprocket, which amputated the tip of his little finger.
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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