Norwalk Precast Molds, Inc.
Caught in running equipment or machinery during regular operation — Amputations — NORWALK, OHIO
| Employer | Norwalk Precast Molds, Inc. | Report ID | 2020010235 |
| Address | 205 Industrial Parkway | City, State ZIP | NORWALK, OHIO 44857 |
| Event Date | January 9, 2020 | Outcome | Amputation |
| Nature of Injury | Amputations | Body Part | Fingertip(s) |
| Event Type | Caught in running equipment or machinery during regular operation | Source of Injury | Band saws |
| Industry (NAICS) | 332999 | Inspection # | 1456211 |
| GPS Coordinates | 41.26000, -82.60000 | ||
Incident Narrative
On January 9, 2020, an employee was putting a product in a bandsaw when the bandsaw's clamp pinched the employee's left middle finger against the product. The fingertip was amputated.
Incident Summary
On January 9, 2020, a worker at Norwalk Precast Molds, Inc. in NORWALK, OHIO suffered amputations to the fingertip(s). The incident was classified as caught in running equipment or machinery during regular operation, with band saws identified as the source of injury. The worker was amputation.
Context
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