Caught in running equipment or machinery, unspecified · Amputations
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Fervalue USA, LLC, 2501 BEICH ROAD, BLOOMINGTON, ILLINOIS 61704
on — Amputations, affecting the fingertip(s).
Final narrative
On October 11, 2023, an employee was clearing a sheet of caramel from an extruder that feeds on a roller when their right middle and ring fingertips were amputated.
AmputationFingertip(s)Food and beverage processing machinery-specialized, n.e.c.
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