Accident Report Detail
Accident Summary Nr: 201800315 - Employee's Fingers Are Amputated in Press Brake
Inspection Nr | Date Opened | SIC | NAICS | Establishment Name |
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120331939 | 11/21/2005 | 5051 | 423510 | Express Sheet Metal |
Abstract: On November 16, 2005, Employee #1 was operating a mechanically-powered press brake (Chicago Model Number LW-11683). The point of operation of the press brake was not guarded. He was holding a part that was approximately 14-in. long and 5.875-in. wide when he activated the press brake using a foot control. Three of Employee #1's fingers were amputated, and he was hospitalized for treatment.
Employee # | Inspection Nr | Age | Sex | Degree of Injury | Nature of Injury | Occupation |
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1 | 120331939 | Hospitalized injury | Amputation | Fabricating machine operators, n.e.c. |