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Inspection Detail
Inspection: 1494142.015 - Kenneth Lovell And Terry Altom
Inspection Information - Office: Tennessee Osha Jackson Office - Safety
Site Address:
Kenneth Lovell And Terry Altom
3339 Hwy 22
Clarksburg, TN 38324
Mailing Address:
Po Box 39, Clarksburg, TN 38324
Union Status: NonUnion
SIC:
NAICS: 445110/Supermarkets and Other Grocery (except Convenience) Stores
Inspection Type: Referral
Scope: Partial
Advanced Notice: N
Ownership: Private
Safety/Health: Safety
Close Conference: 09/23/2020
Emphasis: N:Amputate
Case Closed: 12/15/2020
| Type | Activity Nr | Safety | Health |
|---|---|---|---|
| Referral | 1662779 | Yes |
Investigation Summary
At 6:30 p.m. on September 16, 2020, an employee working for a supermarket was disassembling Hobart meat grinding equipment for cleaning. The employee grabbed hold of the section of the cylinder housing the auger when he accidentally pressed the foot control causing the auger to turn. The employee amputated right hand and part of his forearm, requiring hospitalization.
Keywords: Amputated, Amputation, Arm, Auger, Auger Mechanism, Caught In, Cleaning, Disassemble, Equipment Operator, Foot Control, Foot pedal, Forearm, Grocery Store, Hand, Instantaneous amputation, Insufficient Supervision, Lack of Work Procedures, Lockout, Lockout/Tagout, Meat Grinder, Partial Amputation, Safety Device, Traumatic Amputation
| # | Inspection | Age | Sex | Degree of Injury | Nature of Injury | Occupation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1494142.015 | 16 | M | Hospitalized injury | Occupation Not Listed |