Accident Report Detail

Accident Summary Nr: 200052207 - Employee loses fingers operating toenail popper machine

Accident Summary Nr: 200052207 -- Report ID: 0728900 -- Event Date: 02/18/2004
Inspection Nr	Date Opened	SIC	NAICS	Establishment Name
306019969	02/19/2004	2011	311611	Greater Omaha Packing Co., Inc.

Abstract: On February 18, 2004, Employee #1 was working in a beef processing facility. His primary duties involved operating a toenail popper machine used to remove toenails from the hoof of cows in preparation for the lower legs to be sold overseas. The machine was located in a separate room and was set up to run continuously. Additionally, the machine was designed with two in-running rollers that were covered with small teeth that rip the toenail from the hoof. As Employee #1 inserted a hoof into the machine's 10 inch by 6 inch opening, his right hand became caught in the in-running nip point. His right thumb, index, and middle fingers were amputated. Employee #1 was hospitalized and treated for his injuries. A detailed investigation determined that the toenail popper was designed in house, not having any manufacturer's identification plates. Also, Employee #1 was wearing rubber gloves, which got caught in the machine and lead to his injuries.

Keywords: AMPUTATED, FOOD PREPARATION, FINGER, MACHINE OPERATOR, CAUGHT BETWEEN

Employee Details
Employee #	Inspection Nr	Age	Sex	Degree of Injury	Nature of Injury	Occupation
1	306019969			Hospitalized injury	Amputation	Occupation not reported

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