Injured by object handled by person unspecified · Cuts, lacerations, punctures without injury to internal structures
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Calgon Carbon Corporation, 13121 Webre Rd, BAY SAINT LOUIS, MISSISSIPPI 39520
on — Cuts, lacerations, punctures without injury to internal structures, affecting the Other finger(s) n.e.c..
Final narrative
An employee was removing a piece of insulation that consisted of sheet metal wrapped over a ball valve. As he pulled the piece free, it became stuck; while he was freeing it, it cut through his glove into his right little finger and ring finger. The employee was hospitalized for surgery.
Hospitalized Other finger(s) n.e.c. Panels, sheets, plates metal
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