"machine suddenly grasped him, crushing his chest...."

 

For many workplaces, worker training and engineering controls minimize the possibility of machinery entrapment. Yet still machinery entrapment incidents still occur. Here is a recent incident that highlights this hazard that injures and kills numerous workers every year.

The work accident was recorded around 1:00 p.m. within the (company name omitted) facilities located on the (road, and town name omitted).

According to preliminary information provided by authorities and company personnel, the worker was operating a machine in the molding area when, for reasons that are still being investigated, he was trapped between the mechanisms of the industrial equipment.

The machine suddenly grasped him, crushing his chest, which resulted in extremely serious injuries.

Co-workers immediately requested help when they realized what had happened. The injured worker received initial care at the site and was later transferred in a private ambulance to a nearby hospital.

Despite the efforts of the medical staff, the worker died hours later due to the severity of the internal injuries.

We offer our sincere condolences to the deceased worker’s family, friends, and coworkers. We will update this post when further information comes forward.

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