Universal Metal Products, Inc.
Caught in running equipment or machinery during regular operation — Amputations — PEMBERVILLE, OHIO
| Employer | Universal Metal Products, Inc. | Report ID | 20171110790 |
| Address | 850 W. Front Street | City, State ZIP | PEMBERVILLE, OHIO 43450 |
| Event Date | November 9, 2017 | Outcome | Amputation |
| Nature of Injury | Amputations | Body Part | Fingertip(s) |
| Event Type | Caught in running equipment or machinery during regular operation | Source of Injury | Welding machinery |
| Industry (NAICS) | 332116 | Inspection # | 1277131 |
| GPS Coordinates | 41.40000, -83.47000 | ||
Incident Narrative
On November 9, 2017, an employee was operating a welder in the tool room. The employee was attempting to grab a part from the welder when the employee's foot hit the foot pedal and actuated the machine. The welder then amputated the employee's right index fingertip.
Incident Summary
On November 9, 2017, a worker at Universal Metal Products, Inc. in PEMBERVILLE, OHIO suffered amputations to the fingertip(s). The incident was classified as caught in running equipment or machinery during regular operation, with welding machinery identified as the source of injury. The worker was amputation.
Context
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