Date and Time of Incident: January 11, 2024, at 10:30 AM

Location: Espinosa Company, Laguna, Philippines

Incident Type: Workplace Accident - Entrapment in Metal Press Machine
Details of the Incident:
On January 11, 2024, at approximately 10:30 AM, a workplace accident occurred at Espinosa
Company in Laguna, Philippines. The incident involved an employee, Raul Sayloon, 43 years
old, who suffered an injury due to entrapment in the metal press machine.
Description of the Sequence of Events:
Pre-incident Activities: Prior to the incident, Raul Sayloon was operating a metal press machine
located in the manufacturing area as part of his regular duties. The machine was reportedly in
good working condition, and all safety protocols were presumed to be in place.
Incident Occurrence: During the operation, Raul's hands became trapped in the metal press
machine. The exact circumstances leading to the entrapment are under investigation. Emergency
services were immediately contacted, and the machine was shut down to prevent further injury.
Emergency Response: Upon receiving the distress call, local emergency services arrived
promptly at the Espinosa Company. They worked efficiently to extricate Raul Sayloon from the
machine while ensuring minimal additional harm.
Medical Assistance: Raul Sayloon was immediately transported to Chong Hua Hospital for
medical evaluation and treatment. The extent of the injuries is currently being assessed, and
updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
Witnesses:
Asher Smith, 40 years old
Laurence Bernardo, 45 years old
Florence Bastida, 38 years old
Equipment Involved:
Metal press machine A 5457292 BE
Safety Measures:
The metal press machine was immediately shut down following the incident.
Emergency services were contacted promptly.
All employees were evacuated from the immediate area to ensure their safety.
Immediate Corrective Actions Taken:
The metal press machine has been temporarily decommissioned for a thorough inspection.
An internal investigation has been initiated to determine the root cause of the incident.
Additional safety briefings and training sessions will be conducted for all employees operating
similar machinery.
Recommendations and Preventive Measures:
Review and update safety protocols for operating metal press machines.
Conduct regular equipment inspections and maintenance checks.
Reinforce safety training programs for all employees.
Follow-Up Actions:
Ongoing medical updates on Raul Sayloon.
Complete the internal investigation and implement necessary changes.
Update safety protocols and provide additional training.
Report Compiled By:
Mealen Espinosa
Manager
09556130698
Date of Report:
January 11, 2024