VALCO, INC.
Caught in running equipment or machinery during regular operation — Amputations — COLDWATER, OHIO
| Employer | VALCO, INC. | Report ID | 2015085395 |
| Address | 417 N. 4th St. | City, State ZIP | COLDWATER, OHIO 45828 |
| Event Date | August 3, 2015 | Outcome | Amputation |
| Nature of Injury | Amputations | Body Part | Fingertip(s) |
| Event Type | Caught in running equipment or machinery during regular operation | Source of Injury | Brake presses |
| Industry (NAICS) | 333111 | Inspection # | 1084114 |
| GPS Coordinates | 40.48000, -84.62000 | ||
Incident Narrative
On or about August 3, 2015, an employee suffered a fingertip (left ring) amputation after entering the point of operation of the hydraulic brake press during production.
Incident Summary
On August 3, 2015, a worker at VALCO, INC. in COLDWATER, OHIO suffered amputations to the fingertip(s). The incident was classified as caught in running equipment or machinery during regular operation, with brake presses identified as the source of injury. The worker was amputation.
Context
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