W31: Contact with other and unspecified machinery

Conditions classified under the category "Contact with other and unspecified machinery" are a group of injuries or disorders that stem from direct interaction with various types of machinery not particularly identified. These situations may involve an individual being struck, entangled, or injured by machinery at work, home, or in other settings. Common symptoms can vary widely, depending on the specifics of the incident, but they may include cuts, puncture wounds, fractures, contusions, crushing injuries, or even amputations. The progression of these conditions primarily depends on the severity of the initial injury and can affect different body systems, such as the skeletal, circulatory, or nervous systems. The transmission of these injuries is direct and occurs immediately upon contact with the machinery involved. These incidents emphasize the importance of safety measures and the careful use of machinery to reduce risk.