Mandel Metals, Inc.
Struck by object or equipment dropped by injured worker — Cuts, lacerations — FRANKLIN PARK, ILLINOIS
| Employer | Mandel Metals, Inc. | Report ID | 2018077356 |
| Address | 11400 W. Addison | City, State ZIP | FRANKLIN PARK, ILLINOIS 60131 |
| Event Date | July 20, 2018 | Outcome | Hospitalized |
| Nature of Injury | Cuts, lacerations | Body Part | Wrist(s) |
| Event Type | Struck by object or equipment dropped by injured worker | Source of Injury | Sheet metal |
| Industry (NAICS) | 331314 | Inspection # | 1354405 |
| GPS Coordinates | 41.94000, -87.90000 | ||
Incident Narrative
An employee was moving an aluminum sheet when it slipped. The employee attempted to grab it and the sheet lacerated the employee's right wrist.
Incident Summary
On July 20, 2018, a worker at Mandel Metals, Inc. in FRANKLIN PARK, ILLINOIS suffered cuts, lacerations to the wrist(s). The incident was classified as struck by object or equipment dropped by injured worker, with sheet metal identified as the source of injury. The worker was hospitalized.
Context
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