# Amputations at R. F. KNOX COMPANY, INC.
> OSHA SIR `20231211282` · 12/11/2023 · SMYRNA, GEORGIA
## Severity
- **1 amputation, 1 hospitalization**
- **Body part:** Fingertip(s)
- **Nature of injury:** Amputations
## Cause
- **Event:** Struck by or caught in swinging door or gate
- **Source:** Doors, except garage and vehicle
## Employer
- **Name:** R. F. KNOX COMPANY, INC.
- **Location:** PO BOX 1337, SMYRNA, GEORGIA, 30081
- **NAICS:** 332996
- **Jurisdiction:** 1
## Narrative

On December 11, 2023, an employee was transporting equipment for demolition tasks and waiting for the superintendent to open the door. The door closed and amputated the tip of the employee's left thumb.

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