Wells Brothers Inc
Struck by falling object or equipment, unspecified — Amputations — SAINT HENRY, OHIO
| Employer | Wells Brothers Inc | Report ID | 2021065007 |
| Address | 601 E. Washington St. | City, State ZIP | SAINT HENRY, OHIO 45883 |
| Event Date | June 19, 2021 | Outcome | Amputation |
| Nature of Injury | Amputations | Body Part | Fingertip(s) |
| Event Type | Struck by falling object or equipment, unspecified | Source of Injury | Ducts |
| Industry (NAICS) | 238290 | Inspection # | — |
| GPS Coordinates | 40.41000, -84.63000 | ||
Incident Narrative
On June 19, 2021, an employee was removing ductwork when a 10- to 12-inch piece of the ductwork fell onto his left ring finger. Its sharp edge amputated the fingertip.
Incident Summary
On June 19, 2021, a worker at Wells Brothers Inc in SAINT HENRY, OHIO suffered amputations to the fingertip(s). The incident was classified as struck by falling object or equipment, unspecified, with ducts identified as the source of injury. The worker was amputation.
Context
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