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Hammering pins to remove teeth on excavator piece of metal chipped off hammer, embedded in skin, lower right forearm. EE was seen by dr on date of injury. 1st aid was provided (cleaned area). When piece of metal did not work its way out on its own the decision was made to surgically remove on 7/5. This is being reported now, based on the medical procedure done on 7/5/16.

Employee was using sledge hammer to drive plate into the FMC feeder, hit finger with hammer (index finger, left hand). Employee required sutures to close cut. No missed or restricted days.