Incident date: 2022-11-30
NAICS industry code: 327331

An employee was troubleshooting a mechanical issue on the main paving machine when his finger became caught between the chain and sprocket, resulting in a fingertip amputation.

Hazard classification:
code_event: title: Caught in running equipment or machinery during maintenance, cleaning
code_source: title: Asphalt and concrete paving machines, pavers
code_nature: title: Amputations
code_body: title: Fingertip(s)
severity: high