Incident date: 2022-09-01
NAICS industry code: 331511

A machine operator and a mechanic were troubleshooting the loading mechanism for a paint booth when the loader arm was activated while carrying an 8-inch pipe. Both employees were caught between the pipe and the wall/gate of the paint booth resulting in crushing injuries. The operator was taken to the hospital and released. The mechanic was hospitalized with fractures to the pelvis and spine.

Hazard classification:
code_event: title: Caught in running equipment or machinery during maintenance, cleaning
code_source: title: Painting, priming, metal coating machinery
code_nature: title: Fractures
code_body: title: Multiple body parts, unspecified
severity: moderate