Struck by running powered equipment during maintenance, cleaning, testing · Amputations involving bone loss
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Sealed Air Corporation (US), 2030 Homestead Ave, HOLYOKE, MASSACHUSETTS 01040
on — Amputations involving bone loss, affecting the Other finger(s) n.e.c..
Final narrative
At 12:45 a.m. on September 21, 2025, an employee was working to clear an obstruction in a machine when his left hand came into contact with a turning screw inside the machine. His index and middle fingers were amputated.
Amputation Other finger(s) n.e.c. Machinery unspecified
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