# Amputations at Pallet Distributor
> OSHA SIR `2015096699` · 9/14/2015 · SUGARCREEK, OHIO
## Severity
- **1 amputation**
- **Body part:** Hand(s) and finger(s)
- **Nature of injury:** Amputations
## Cause
- **Event:** Struck against moving part of machinery or equipment
- **Source:** Sawing machinery-stationary, n.e.c.
## Employer
- **Name:** Pallet Distributor
- **Location:** 10143 Copperhead Road NW, SUGARCREEK, OHIO, 44681
- **NAICS:** 321920
- **Jurisdiction:** 1
## Narrative

On or about September 14, 2015 between 3:30 pm-4:00 pm, an employee operating a chop saw in the Cut Shop had their right hand amputated (four fingers and half of palm).

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*Source: [OSHA Severe Injury Reports](https://www.osha.gov/severe-injury-reports) · MORVS · CC0 1.0*