Caught in running equipment or machinery during maintenance, cleaning · Amputations
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Penn Aluminum International LLC, 5602 E Harrison Ave, HARLINGEN, TEXAS 78550
on , Amputations, affecting the fingertip(s).
Watch Penn Aluminum International LLC for freeGet an email when a new federal OSHA severe-injury report for Penn Aluminum International LLC is published. One employer, no account, unsubscribe in one click.
Final narrative
At about 10:15 p.m. on November 20, 2021, an employee was adjusting a belt when it was activated elsewhere. The belt moved; the belt and gear amputated the employee's right index fingertip at the first knuckle, as well as lacerating the employee's right middle finger. The employee was hospitalized, requiring surgery.