JCM Automotive Shop Specialists LLC
Struck by falling object unspecified — Nonfatal 'crushing' injuries — NEW IBERIA, LOUISIANA
| Employer | JCM Automotive Shop Specialists LLC | Report ID | 20241010069 |
| Address | 900 E. Main Street | City, State ZIP | NEW IBERIA, LOUISIANA 70560 |
| Event Date | October 29, 2024 | Outcome | Hospitalized |
| Nature of Injury | Nonfatal 'crushing' injuries | Body Part | Hand(s) and finger(s) |
| Event Type | Struck by falling object unspecified | Source of Injury | Hydraulic and pressurized cylinders |
| Secondary Source | Vehicle Hoists, lifts | ||
| Industry (NAICS) | 811198 | Inspection # | — |
| GPS Coordinates | 29.99000, -91.80000 | ||
Incident Narrative
An employee was installing a car lift in the shop. During the installation, one of the components was on a lock. The cylinder moved and the cartridge fell, crushing the employee's left hand and fingers.
Incident Summary
On October 29, 2024, a worker at JCM Automotive Shop Specialists LLC in NEW IBERIA, LOUISIANA suffered nonfatal 'crushing' injuries to the hand(s) and finger(s). The incident was classified as struck by falling object unspecified, with hydraulic and pressurized cylinders identified as the source of injury. The worker was hospitalized.
Context
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