Struck by running powered equipment during maintenance, cleaning, testing · Amputations, avulsions, enucleations unspecified
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at S & C Electric Company, 6601 North Ridge Blvd, CHICAGO, ILLINOIS 60626
on — Amputations, avulsions, enucleations unspecified, affecting the Finger or thumb tip(s), nail(s).
Final narrative
On August 25, 2025, an employee was cleaning a tablet press machine. The employee's right hand was near the point of operation when the machine cycled, resulting in an amputation to the tip of their right thumb.
Amputation Finger or thumb tip(s), nail(s) Stamping machinery, presses except printing
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