July 25, 2014
IN · Metal/Non-Metal
bulldozer operator, universal operator, heavy equipment operator, operating engineer
HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
Harris Stone Service Inc · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object
While tightening hood closure lock bolts on an impact crusher, using a slugging wrench and sledge hammer, employee struck an errant blow causing his right index finger to pass between the hammer handle and wrench. This resulted in the cutting and spreading of finger tissue beyond the knuckle. He was treated at emergency room where stitches were installed. He returned to work.