Caught in running equipment or machinery during regular operation · Fractures
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Lutrell Engraving Inc., 5000 W 128th Place, ALSIP, ILLINOIS 60803
on — Fractures, affecting the finger(s), fingernail(s), unspecified.
Final narrative
An employee was operating a mounting machine. He was placing material in the machine when his finger was pulled into the roller of the machine and fractured.
HospitalizedFinger(s), fingernail(s), unspecifiedPrinting machinery and equipment, n.e.c.
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.
More severe injuries in this industry (NAICS 323122)
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