Publix Super Markets Inc
Injured by slipping or swinging object held by injured worker — Amputations — WINDERMERE, FLORIDA
| Employer | Publix Super Markets Inc | Report ID | 2021119470 |
| Address | 13450 Summerport Village Parkway | City, State ZIP | WINDERMERE, FLORIDA 34786 |
| Event Date | November 2, 2021 | Outcome | Amputation |
| Nature of Injury | Amputations | Body Part | Fingertip(s) |
| Event Type | Injured by slipping or swinging object held by injured worker | Source of Injury | Knives, unspecified or n.e.c. |
| Industry (NAICS) | 445110 | Inspection # | — |
| GPS Coordinates | 28.47000, -81.58000 | ||
Incident Narrative
On November 2, 2021, an employee was opening a bag using a small knife when the knife contacted their left little finger, resulting in an amputation of the soft tissue of the fingertip.
Incident Summary
On November 2, 2021, a worker at Publix Super Markets Inc in WINDERMERE, FLORIDA suffered amputations to the fingertip(s). The incident was classified as injured by slipping or swinging object held by injured worker, with knives, unspecified or n.e.c. identified as the source of injury. The worker was amputation.
Context
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