Struck by dislodged flying object, particle · Internal injuries to organs and blood vessels of the trunk
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Fathom Manufacturing - Ithaca, 1920 Slaterville Road, ITHACA, NEW YORK 14850
on , Internal injuries to organs and blood vessels of the trunk, affecting the chest, except internal location of diseases or disorders.
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Final narrative
An employee was setting up an adjustment operation on a brake press machine and adjusting post-heat treat parts. After loading a part, a collision of the tool and part occurred, causing metal shrapnel to puncture the employee's upper left chest. The employee sustained a collapsed lung and a laceration to the right index finger as well as other injuries to the torso. The employee was hospitalized.
HospitalizedChest, except internal location of diseases or disordersMetal chips, particles