Boise Recycling
Struck by suspended or swinging objects n.e.c. — Amputations involving bone loss — BOISE, IDAHO
| Employer | Boise Recycling | Report ID | 2025055095 |
| Address | 1990 S Cole Rd | City, State ZIP | BOISE, IDAHO 83709 |
| Event Date | May 29, 2025 | Outcome | Amputation |
| Nature of Injury | Amputations involving bone loss | Body Part | Other finger(s) n.e.c. |
| Event Type | Struck by suspended or swinging objects n.e.c. | Source of Injury | Vehicle and mobile equipment parts n.e.c. |
| Secondary Source | Cranes truck-mounted | ||
| Industry (NAICS) | 562212 | Inspection # | — |
| GPS Coordinates | 43.58000, -116.27000 | ||
Incident Narrative
An employee was replacing the bracing arm of a baler. The replacement part (weighing an estimated 500 pounds) was moved into place using a truck-mounted crane with a lifting strap attached to the designated pick point. The employee then used his right hand to stabilize/align the part. The part shifted, crushing his right index finger against the mounting pin hole. The employee's finger was amputated above the first knuckle.
Incident Summary
On May 29, 2025, a worker at Boise Recycling in BOISE, IDAHO suffered amputations involving bone loss to the other finger(s) n.e.c.. The incident was classified as struck by suspended or swinging objects n.e.c., with vehicle and mobile equipment parts n.e.c. identified as the source of injury. The worker was amputation.
Context
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