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Employee was diagnosed with an umbilical hernia by EE's doctor. Employee did not report incident at work but later communicated that EE believed it occurred while actuating gates under a rail car. It is probable that hernia was created by the repetitive stresses associated with opening gates under the rail car.
Employee was rotating a sheave block to uncross the two cable lines. When the sheave was rotated the weight of the cable caused the sheave to roll a couple of inches. EE right hand was pulled into the sheave as ee was holding onto the cable. Result was the amputation of the tip of ring finger, right hand
Rail fell on finger pinching it against trailer.
Was back flushing the lime system and sustained burn to upper back and shoulders.
Employee reported strain to bicep.
Employee felt strain in groin area while rodding out chunk from feeder. Further understanding of this case is pending until medical evaluation and notes have been received and reviewed.
While changing ear muffs the broken wire cut across the left index finger, eight stiches were required.
EE was lifting a top roller which weighed over 80 LBS, when his arm gave out. Employee was transferred to MHSC for treatment. Followed up with specialist and determined recordable on 11/13/15.
Employee was turning a valve, when his right forearm brushed against a nearby valve stem, resulting in a laceration. Employee was taken to the on-site medical facility, where he received 13 sutures. Employee returned to full duty on the same day.
Employee was turning stock on a metal lathe. Employee attempted to remove thin metal shavings by pulling ribbons by hand instead of a tool. Employee was wearing leather gloves. Employee received a laceration of the right index finger requiring sutures. Employee was treated and returned to full duty. No lost time injury occurred