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Inspection Detail
Inspection: 112062559 - Armstrong World Industries
Inspection Information - Office: Riverside District Office
Site Address:
Armstrong World Industries
5037 Patata St.
South Gate, CA 90280
Mailing Address:
, , 00000
Union Status: NonUnion
SIC:3253
NAICS: 0
Inspection Type: Accident
Scope: Partial
Advanced Notice: N
Ownership: Private
Safety/Health: Safety
Close Conference: 02/11/1991
Emphasis:
Case Closed: 06/20/1991
| Type | Activity Nr | Safety | Health |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accident | 361061898 |
Investigation Summary
At approximately 4:30 p.m. on August 20, 1990, Employee #1 shut off conveyor #105 and walked 85 ft from the operator's console to the chain drive of the conveyor. He climbed a stepladder to reach the chain drive, removed the guard, and began working on the chain. When a coworker turned on the machine, Employee #1's fingers became caught between the chain and sprockets, and three of his fingers were amputated. The employer was cited for violation of T8CCR 3314 (b).
Keywords: CHAIN, AMPUTATED, REPAIR, FINGER, WORK RULES, LOCKOUT, CAUGHT BETWEEN, CONVEYOR, SPROCKET, COMMUNICATION
| # | Inspection | Age | Sex | Degree of Injury | Nature of Injury | Occupation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 112062559 | Hospitalized injury | Amputation | Occupation not reported |