Bingham v. CTS Corp.

Opinion

GILBERT, J.

Here we hold that the term “point of operation guard” as used in Labor Code 1 section 4558 includes any apparatus or device that keeps a worker’s hands outside the point of operation while operating a power press.

CTS Corporation (CTS) appeals from the judgment entered after a jury rendered a special verdict in favor of respondent, William J. Bingham (Bingham), in a civil suit for damages for injuries arising out of an industrial accident. We affirm.

Facts

Bingham suffered severe, permanent injury to his wrist when it was crushed by the ram of the 175-ton power press brake he…