No. 1 Worker’s thumb severed by circular saw

A worker was using a circular saw to cut timbers to the required size. He was holding onto the timber piece using his right hand and holding the handle of the machine with his left hand. During the process of cutting, his right hand’s thumb was cut off. The accident happened when the injured worker was holding onto the shorter side of the timber piece while cutting using the circular saw machine. His right hand’s thumb was placed directly below the blade of the circular saw and was consequently severed off.

No.2 Worker’s fingers severed […]

This content is for BHHC Safety Center policy holders.

If you are a BHHC policy holder, login to access compliant safety training, tools and videos.

Don’t have a username and password? Click here to register and get instant access.

Don’t know if you are still a BHHC policy holder? Questions regarding online services and registration may be directed to BHHC’s Customer Care Center at (888) 495-8949.