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2025 Second Alert LTI#14 While installing side grills driver finger caught in between
While installing side grills and extensions on a trailer, a driver's left-hand ring finger was caught between the extension and the trailer bed, causing a fracture. The driver received first aid on site and was later treated at Sultan Qaboos Hospital in Muscat
Always assess the task before starting – Identify potential hazards such as pinch points and line of fire Never place hands or body parts in pinch points – Use tools or safe positioning to avoid injury Seek assistance when needed – Do not proceed with tasks alone if support is required Follow proper communication protocols – Escalate if help is denied or unavailable Stop work if conditions are unsafe – Empowerment to STOP is available to all
Driver was re-installing the side grills without assistance Driver was having difficulties in placing and aligning the side grills into the stake pocket No supervision in the yard at the time the driver was re-installing the side grills No helpers assisted the driver during re-installation of side grills Driver kept his finger in pinch point resulting in injury (line of fire)

Category:Second AlertsDocument Type:Operational Safety
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