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2016 Second Alert LTI#38 Finger injury
The Mechanic wanted to check the retaining nut and gave signal to stop, during the function testing of the Farr Tong gear shifter after repairs. However, the mechanic did not wait for confirmation of his signal while it was operating and put his hand into the gear shifter of the tongs, resulting in crush injury, to his left hand middle finger.
Always ensure equipment is adequately isolated before start of work. Apply the 4 Golden questions for Hands & Fingers safety. Ensure effective communication between the work group involved, prior to the start of any service/ repairs. Keep away your hands/ fingers from any equipment with potential to cause injury. Use hands free tools wherever possible. Ensure the isolation is function tested Always ensure energised equipment is isolated

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