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Inspection Detail
Inspection: 120149034 - Advanced Drainage System
Inspection Information - Office: Fresno District Office
Site Address:
Advanced Drainage System
140 Vineland
Bakersfield, CA 93307
Mailing Address:
1025 Commerce Drive, Madera, CA 93637
Union Status: NonUnion
SIC:3089
NAICS: 326122/Plastics Pipe and Pipe Fitting Manufacturing
Inspection Type: Accident
Scope: Partial
Advanced Notice: N
Ownership: Private
Safety/Health: Safety
Close Conference: 12/06/2007
Emphasis:
Case Closed: 12/06/2007
| Type | Activity Nr | Safety | Health |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accident | 362058653 |
Investigation Summary
On July 30, 2007, Employee #1 was loading his truck with 60-in. fittings for plastic drain pipe. Employee #1 was securing the fittings on the trailer. While Employee #1 was holding on to the hold-down strap while he was tightening it down. The fitting moved from the pressure Employee #1 put on the strap. The fitting slid against the strap and caught Employee #1's finger tip, crushing it. Employee #1 jerked his fingers out without releasing the pressure, causing the amputation of the finger. Employee #1 was treated but was not hospitalized.
Keywords: AMPUTATED, FINGER, LOAD SHIFT, LOAD BINDER, TRAILER
| # | Inspection | Age | Sex | Degree of Injury | Nature of Injury | Occupation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 120149034 | Non Hospitalized injury | Amputation | Truck drivers, heavy |