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Accident Summary Nr: 201612140 - Employee Using a Pop-off Saw Amputates Fingers
| Inspection Nr | Date Opened | SIC | NAICS | Establishment Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 304224199 | 05/10/2001 | 2421 | 0 | Cp & L Manufacturing Co Inc |
Abstract: At approximately 7:30 a.m. on May 8, 2001, and employee was operating a pop-off saw manufactured by High Point Tools Corporation. The employee normally operated this equipment daily to dimensional cutting 2 by 4 stock to specific lengths. The employee placed his hand on top of the 2 by 4 material and activated the saw; the hood guard secured the employee's hand between the hood guard and the wood, amputating the fingers on his right hand. He was hospitalized for his injuries.
| Employee # | Inspection Nr | Age | Sex | Degree of Injury | Nature of Injury | Occupation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 304224199 | Hospitalized injury | Amputation | Occupation not reported |
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