MONTGOMERY, ILLINOIS·
Chicago Flameproof and Wood Specialties
Caught in running equipment or machinery during regular operation · Amputations
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury at Chicago Flameproof and Wood Specialties, 1200 S Lake Street, MONTGOMERY, ILLINOIS 60538 on , Amputations, affecting the fingertip(s).
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Final narrative
An employee made lumber adjustments and got onto a forklift when they noticed more adjustments were needed. The employee leaned forward while on the forklift when a lever caused the lumber to move, causing a fingertip amputation.
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