DateCityStateEmployerBody PartEvent
2018-09-25Monmouth JunctionNew JerseyNuvida Plastic TechnologyMultiple body partsContact with hot objects or substances
Two employees were trying to start up a plastics extruder after a maintenance shutdown. As they tried to resolve an overpressurization problem, molten plastic began spraying from the screen changer vents. Both employees suffered burns to the head, torso, and upper extremities. They were hospitalized.
2016-09-07Monmouth JunctionNew JerseyNuvida Plastic TechnologyFingertip(s)Struck against moving part of machinery or equipment
An employee was cleaning a jammed outlet pipe on the spin dryer and amputated a fingertip.
2015-07-15Monmouth JunctionNew JerseyAlston Construction Company, LLCHip(s)Other fall to lower level less than 6 feet
An employee was trying to access a tool box located on company pick-up truck by climbing the back bumper. His foot slipped and he fell to the ground injuring his hip.