Struck by other falling object n.e.c. · Amputations, avulsions, enucleations unspecified
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Black Wolf Moving Miami, LLC, 4281 W 108th St., HIALEAH, FLORIDA 33018
on — Amputations, avulsions, enucleations unspecified, affecting the Finger or thumb tip(s), nail(s).
Final narrative
The injured employee was pulling a dresser up a ramp using a four-wheeled dolly while a second employee was pushing. The dolly slipped and the edge of the dresser landed on the injured employee's finger, amputating the fingertip.
Amputation Finger or thumb tip(s), nail(s) Cabinets, cases, dressers
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