# Amputations at Kroger #529
> OSHA SIR `2015108002` · 10/26/2015 · DALLAS, TEXAS
## Severity
- **1 amputation**
- **Body part:** Fingertip(s)
- **Nature of injury:** Amputations
## Cause
- **Event:** Struck against moving part of machinery or equipment
- **Source:** Butchering machinery
## Employer
- **Name:** Kroger #529
- **Location:** 4241 Capitol Avenue, DALLAS, TEXAS, 75204
- **NAICS:** 445110
- **Jurisdiction:** 1
## Narrative

While cutting meat with a meat band saw, an employee's right thumb came in contact with the saw blade.  The thumb tip was amputated.

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