Pro Process, LLC
Caught in running equipment or machinery during regular operation — Amputations — SAINT MARYS, PENNSYLVANIA
| Employer | Pro Process, LLC | Report ID | 2018077265 |
| Address | 1283 Brusselles Street | City, State ZIP | SAINT MARYS, PENNSYLVANIA 15857 |
| Event Date | July 18, 2018 | Outcome | Amputation |
| Nature of Injury | Amputations | Body Part | Fingertip(s) |
| Event Type | Caught in running equipment or machinery during regular operation | Source of Injury | Reaming machines |
| Secondary Source | Belts, gloves, neckties, scarves | ||
| Industry (NAICS) | 332710 | Inspection # | — |
| GPS Coordinates | 41.42000, -78.53000 | ||
Incident Narrative
An employee was sliding a part over a diamond hone when the reamer caught his heavy-duty glove. The glove was pulled in, and he suffered lacerations and possible fingertip amputations to his right index and middle fingers.
Incident Summary
On July 18, 2018, a worker at Pro Process, LLC in SAINT MARYS, PENNSYLVANIA suffered amputations to the fingertip(s). The incident was classified as caught in running equipment or machinery during regular operation, with reaming machines identified as the source of injury. The worker was amputation.
Context
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