Inspection Detail

Inspection: 312918055 - Carnita'S Amigo Express Meat & Deli

Inspection Information - Office: Fresno District Office

Investigation Summary

On July 23, 2010, Employee #1, a meat market worker of Kabal Sing Rakker, was loading a meat grinder. Meat became lodged inside the throat, leading to the screw type auger of the stationary machine. While the machine was running, Employee #1 used his right hand to push the meat down the (2 hp) meat grinder, and the grinder amputated his right index finger. A pushing rod was available next to the machine, when the incident occurred. Employee #1 was transported to Community Regional Hospital Medical Center for Treament.

Keywords: GRINDER, AMPUTATED, FINGER, AUGER, UNTRAINED, HAND, MEAT GRINDER