Accident Report Detail
Accident Summary Nr: 201954823 - Worker Amputates Fingers While Cleaning Rotating Auger
| Inspection Nr | Date Opened | SIC | NAICS | Establishment Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 310515648 | 10/20/2006 | 2812 | 325181 | Cognis Olechemicals Llc |
Abstract: On October 6, 2006, an employee was removing flakes of chemical that jammed an auger hopper in building 66. Although the auger was running, the employee placed his right hand inside of the hopper. The running auger amputated two fingers and partially amputated a third. The machine was not electrically locked out. The employee was not hospitalized.
| Employee # | Inspection Nr | Age | Sex | Degree of Injury | Nature of Injury | Occupation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 310515648 | Non Hospitalized injury | Amputation | Occupation not reported |
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