Struck by running powered equipment n.e.c. · Amputations involving bone loss
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at C&C Wind Energy Services USA Inc., Kingcreek Wind Farm, THROCKMORTON, TEXAS 76483
on — Amputations involving bone loss, affecting the Other finger(s) n.e.c..
Final narrative
An employee was de-torquing the gearbox from the main shaft bolts for the removal of the gearbox. The hydraulic 5-head torque head popped off the bolt and struck the employee's left middle finger, resulting in an amputation above the first knuckle.
Amputation Other finger(s) n.e.c. Wrenches, ratchets
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