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2024 LTI#19 Carpenter suffered fingers injuries while using cordless drill machine
On 25th September 2024 around 03:35pm, at Harweel AIP camp, a Senior Carpenter from camp maintenance team was trying to enlarge the hole of an earth cable's lug (size into M8 to M10), since it was not matching the earth boss stud bolt. To enlarge the hole of the cable lug, the carpenter used a cordless hand drill machine which had been attached with a 11.5 mm HSS drill bit and started enlarging the hole by holding the cable by left hand and keeping the cable lug on the ground under his foot. When the drill machine started, the cable lug immediately slipped from under his foot, causing the rotating drill bit to come in contact with the cable and the Carpenter’s left hand. This resulted in the amputation of his left-hand index finger and middle finger.
Do you ensure you have the right authorization before starting the job? How do you ensure your hands are kept away from line of fire when using rotating equipment? How do you ensure employees are aware of the hazards and risks before commencing any task? How do you ensure you have right equipment before starting any task?
The Carpenter took a personal decision to carry out the task, which was not assigned to him. Using the drill to expand the cable lug hole is not an authorized activity. The Electrician had communicated the need to change the cable lug to the right size instead of drilling it


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