DateCityStateEmployerBody PartEvent
2020-05-20TannersvillePennsylvaniaNeovia Logistics Distribution, LLCFinger(s), fingernail(s)Compressed or pinched by shifting objects or equipment
An employee was removing the rear axel on a forklift for maintenance purposes. While the forklift was blocked underneath, the employee utilized a chain-link hoist to lift the rear of the forklift. In the process of doing this, the employee's finger was caught between the chain-link hoist and the forklift counterweight, resulting in a left ring finger amputation down to the first knuckle.
2018-08-25El PasoTexasCustoms and Border Protection-Office of Field OperationsAnkle(s)Other fall to lower level 16 to 20 feet
An employee was climbing down a chain-link fence when he slipped and fell about 20 feet to the ground, breaking his ankle and requiring hospitalization and surgery.
2018-06-06MorrisNew YorkNYSEGThigh(s)Other fall to lower level less than 6 feet
An employee fractured a femur when he lost his balance while climbing over a chain-link fence and fell 2.5 feet.
2016-07-25PortlandMaineRufus Deering Lumber Co.Fingertip(s)Struck by or caught in swinging door or gate
An employee was closing a chain-link gate when his middle fingertip became caught in the gate roller and was amputated.