Inspection Detail
Inspection: 303547368 - The Torrington Company - Clinton Bearing Plant
Inspection Information - Office: Sc Department Of Labor, Licensing, And Regulation
Site Address:
The Torrington Company - Clinton Bearing Plant
1775 Torrington Rd.
Clinton, SC 29325
Mailing Address:
P O Box 8738, Woodcliff Lake, NJ 07675
Union Status: NonUnion
SIC:3562
NAICS: 0
Inspection Type: Accident
Scope: Partial
Advanced Notice: N
Ownership: Private
Safety/Health: Safety
Close Conference: 02/07/2001
Planning Guide: Safety-Manufacturing
Emphasis:
Case Closed: 03/02/2001
| Type | Activity Nr | Safety | Health |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accident | 100371921 |
Investigation Summary
Employee #1 was operating a full-revolution Niagra power press. She had run approximately 36 parts through the press when she reached into the point of operation to remove a part. The press brake failed and the ram drifted down onto her left middle and index fingers, fracturing both. She was hospitalized. All safety features, two-hand trip, barrier guards, and light curtain were operable. Upon investigation it was found that the brake cylinder had dust on it and after taking the cylinder apart a burr was found on the shaft inside. Evidence indicated the dust and burr made the brake sluggish which allowed the roll over to occur.
Keywords: FRACTURE, PRESS BRAKE, FINGER, CAUGHT BY, CAUGHT BETWEEN, POINT OF OPERATION, NIP POINT
| # | Inspection | Age | Sex | Degree of Injury | Nature of Injury | Occupation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 303547368 | Hospitalized injury | Fracture | Punching and stamping press machine operators |
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