1. IP was attempting to clear a long strand of metal shavings by hand which was wrapped around the machine’s chuck and the part.
2. The shavings were wrapped around tightly and when IP attempted to pull them free, they sustained a laceration to their left index finger
3. Laceration was treated with four stitches at the emergency room.
Immediate Preventive Measures:
- Training for all team members about metal shavings and lacerations and the appropriate way to deal with these.
- Pliers and cut-resistant gloves available to all team members.
- Include training for metal shavings and laceration hazard in new employee OJT and orientation.
*Further details are currently under investigation.