OSHA Injury Report: IAA

At a glance

Where did this happen?

What was the outcome?

Before the incident

Using a battery-powered cutting tool on the frame of a car to practice extrication of a car crash victim.

What happened

Fire department vehicle extrication training at Zores.While using a battery-operated cutting tool to cut the base of a B-post the tool moved and pinned [REDACTED] 's right hand between the tool and the car door frame. The tool continued to apply pressure until we removed the battery. However [REDACTED] 's right hand remained pinched until we were able to use a battery-operated spreader to relieve the pressure. [REDACTED] then removed his extrication glove and found that his finger was swelling and in pain. We provided two ice packs and transported [REDACTED] to [REDACTED] immediate care facility for x-rays and additional treatment. X-rays were taken and the staff advised him to not use his hand for the [REDACTED]. They stated that they would call him back to let him know the results of his x-rays. They splinted his finger and released him from care. [REDACTED] will return for a follow up visit prior to returning to work on [REDACTED] [REDACTED].

Injury or illness

Contusion Bruise of FingersHand Right Side

Object or substance involved

Tools Instruments and Equipment - Handtools - powered

Summary line

Contusion Bruise of FingersHand Right Side - Directly harmed by: Tools Instruments and Equipment - Handtools - powered

Employee and industry

When (timing detail)

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Source

Data from OSHA ITA Form 300/301 electronic submissions, filing year 2024. ITA Case Detail records are establishment-reported submissions, not OSHA inspections — no per-record IMIS deep link exists.