Current Intelligence Bulletin 49: Injuries and Amputations Resulting from Work with Mechanical Power Presses

Injuries and amputations associated with mechanical power press work were discussed, and recommendations were given for the safe use of such presses, specifically foot or dual palm button operated presses. The authors concluded that there is a high rate of mechanical power press operator injury and amputation despite OSHA standards. Recommended safeguards and a checklist for safe mechanical press operation were presented. 

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