# Amputations at Genest Concrete Works, Inc.
> OSHA SIR `20221110455` · 11/30/2022 · SANFORD, MAINE
## Severity
- **1 amputation**
- **Body part:** Fingertip(s)
- **Nature of injury:** Amputations
## Cause
- **Event:** Caught in running equipment or machinery during maintenance, cleaning
- **Source:** Asphalt and concrete paving machines, pavers
## Employer
- **Name:** Genest Concrete Works, Inc.
- **Location:** 36 Wilson Street, SANFORD, MAINE, 04073
- **NAICS:** 327331
- **Jurisdiction:** 1
## Narrative

An employee was troubleshooting a mechanical issue on the main paving machine when his finger became caught between the chain and sprocket, resulting in a fingertip amputation.

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