Struck by running powered equipment irregular movement, kick back · Amputations, avulsions, enucleations unspecified
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Jamestown Metal Marine Sales, Inc., 2440 Kiewit Road, INGLESIDE, TEXAS 78362
on — Amputations, avulsions, enucleations unspecified, affecting the Other finger(s) n.e.c..
Final narrative
An employee was cutting wood with a circular saw. The saw kicked back, and its blade cut three fingers on the employee's right hand, resulting in an amputation.
Amputation Other finger(s) n.e.c. Saws except chainsaws
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