Inspection Detail
Inspection: 306019969 - Greater Omaha Packing Co., Inc.
Inspection Information - Office: Omaha Area Office
Site Address:
Greater Omaha Packing Co., Inc.
3001 L Street
Omaha, NE 68107
Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 7566, Omaha, NE 68107
Union Status: NonUnion
SIC:2011
NAICS: 311611/Animal (except Poultry) Slaughtering
Inspection Type: Referral
Scope: Partial
Advanced Notice: N
Ownership: Private
Safety/Health: Safety
Close Conference: 02/24/2004
Planning Guide: Safety-Manufacturing
Emphasis: L:Ergoinit1, L:Meatpack, S:Amputations
Case Closed: 03/17/2004
| Type | Activity Nr | Safety | Health |
|---|---|---|---|
| Referral | 200055002 | Yes |
| Violations/Penalties | Serious | Willful | Repeat | Other | Unclass | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Initial Violations | 1 | 1 | ||||
| Current Violations | 1 | 1 | ||||
| Initial Penalty | $4,500 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $4,500 |
| Current Penalty | $2,250 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $2,250 |
| FTA Penalty | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| # | Citation ID | Citaton Type | Standard Cited | Issuance Date | Abatement Due Date | Current Penalty | Initial Penalty | FTA Penalty | Contest | Latest Event | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | 01001 | Serious | 19100212 A03 II | 02/25/2004 | 03/15/2004 | $2,250 | $4,500 | $0 | I - Informal Settlement |
Investigation Summary
On February 18, 2004, Employee #1 was working in a beef processing facility. His primary duties involved operating a toenail popper machine used to remove toenails from the hoof of cows in preparation for the lower legs to be sold overseas. The machine was located in a separate room and was set up to run continuously. Additionally, the machine was designed with two in-running rollers that were covered with small teeth that rip the toenail from the hoof. As Employee #1 inserted a hoof into the machine's 10 inch by 6 inch opening, his right hand became caught in the in-running nip point. His right thumb, index, and middle fingers were amputated. Employee #1 was hospitalized and treated for his injuries. A detailed investigation determined that the toenail popper was designed in house, not having any manufacturer's identification plates. Also, Employee #1 was wearing rubber gloves, which got caught in the machine and lead to his injuries.
Keywords: AMPUTATED, FOOD PREPARATION, FINGER, MACHINE OPERATOR, CAUGHT BETWEEN
| # | Inspection | Age | Sex | Degree of Injury | Nature of Injury | Occupation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 306019969 | Hospitalized injury | Amputation | Occupation not reported |
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