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Accident Summary Nr: 201145901 - Employee Finger Is Amputated by Sprocket Chain
| Inspection Nr | Date Opened | SIC | NAICS | Establishment Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 125950022 | 12/09/2003 | 2099 | 311999 | Maruchan Inc |
Abstract: On December 5, 2003, Employee #1, a machine operator for a oriental food manufacturer, sustained amputation of the index, middle, and ring fingers. Employee #1 was leaning into the noodles feeder machine of line D, removing jammed dough from the roller feeder when he felt a tug. Employee #1 tried to grab hold for balance and accidentally grabbed the moving sprocket chain, amputating three fingers on his right hand in the nip point of the sprocket chain drive. Employee #1 was hospitalized and treated for his injuries.
| Employee # | Inspection Nr | Age | Sex | Degree of Injury | Nature of Injury | Occupation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 125950022 | Hospitalized injury | Amputation | Machine operators, not specified |
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