Curt Manufacturing, LLC.
Caught in running equipment or machinery during regular operation — Amputations — EAU CLAIRE, WISCONSIN
| Employer | Curt Manufacturing, LLC. | Report ID | 2020055009 |
| Address | 6208 INDUSTRIAL DRIVE | City, State ZIP | EAU CLAIRE, WISCONSIN 54701 |
| Event Date | May 30, 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 | Brake presses |
| Industry (NAICS) | 336999 | Inspection # | 1478512 |
| GPS Coordinates | 44.75000, -91.47000 | ||
Incident Narrative
On May 30, 2020, an employee was bending parts on a press brake. The employee's left index finger was caught between a part and the bottom of the die. The finger was pinched, leading to the amputation of the fingertip.
Incident Summary
On May 30, 2020, a worker at Curt Manufacturing, LLC. in EAU CLAIRE, WISCONSIN 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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