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Accident Summary Nr: 201059664 - Employee Amputates Finger Using Band Saw
| Inspection Nr | Date Opened | SIC | NAICS | Establishment Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 307164046 | 03/03/2005 | 1711 | 238220 | Sdg Enterprises Dba Century West Plumbing |
Abstract: At approximately 11:49 a.m. on February 24, 2005, Employee #1 was cutting an approximate one-inch diameter copper pipe with a band saw (Milwaukee Heavy Duty Band Saw, Catalogue Number 6230 FPM 0, 350-Volts, 120-60 Hz., Amps. 6.0, Serial Number 678J403071832.) The copper pipe was to be installed in a concrete wall after it was cut. While Employee #1 was holding a band saw with his right hand and a copper pipe with his left hand, the band saw jammed and kicked back causing the blade to cut his finger. Employee #1 sustained the amputation of his left index finger up to the first knuckle. Employee #1 was hospitalized and discharged at approximately 5:00 a.m. on February 25, 2005.
| End Use | Project Type | Project Cost | Stories | Non-building Height | Fatality | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single family or duplex dwelling | New project or new addition | $500,000 to $1,000,000 | 3 | 30 | |||
| Employee # | Inspection Nr | Age | Sex | Degree of Injury | Nature of Injury | Occupation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 307164046 | Hospitalized injury | Amputation | Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters |