Sapa Extrusions, Inc.
Compressed or pinched between two stationary objects — Amputations — SAINT AUGUSTINE, Florida
| Employer | Sapa Extrusions, Inc. |
| Address | 200 Riviera Boulevard |
| City, State ZIP | SAINT AUGUSTINE, Florida 32086 |
| Report ID | 2015010192 |
| Event Date | January 18, 2015 |
| Outcome | Amputation |
| Nature of Injury | Amputations |
| Body Part | Fingertip(s) |
| Event Type | Compressed or pinched between two stationary objects |
| Source of Injury | Hooks, shackles, magnets, clamshells |
| Secondary Source | Fasteners, connectors, ropes, ties, n.e.c. |
| Industry (NAICS) | 331316 |
| Inspection # | 1020413 |
| GPS Coordinates | 29.78000, -81.31000 |
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Incident Narrative
While moving dye, employee pinched the right ring finger between the clevis and hook. The employee was taken to the hospital where the tip of the finger was amputated.
Incident Summary
On January 18, 2015, a worker at Sapa Extrusions, Inc. in SAINT AUGUSTINE, Florida suffered amputations to the fingertip(s). The incident was classified as compressed or pinched between two stationary objects, with hooks, shackles, magnets, clamshells identified as the source of injury. The worker was amputation.
Context
OSHA has recorded 49 severe injury reports involving "Compressed or pinched between two stationary objects" incidents in our database. Browse all Compressed or pinched between two stationary objects injuries.
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| Jan 10, 2018 | AFFILIATED FOODS INC. | AMARILLO, Texas | Fractures | Hosp. |
| May 13, 2015 | Protect Plus Industries | PASADENA, Texas | Soreness, pain, hurt-nonspecified injury | Hosp. |
| Apr 17, 2015 | Hale Koa Armed Forces Recreation Center | HONOLULU, Hawaii | Traumatic injuries and disorders, unspecified | Hosp. |
| Oct 2, 2017 | DHL Supply Chain | FORT WORTH, Texas | Fractures | Hosp. |
| Jan 15, 2015 | DIAMOND PLASTICS CORPORATION | LUBBOCK, Texas | Amputations | Amp. |
Frequently Asked Questions
Workers who suffer amputations on the job are generally entitled to workers' compensation benefits covering all medical treatment, prosthetics, rehabilitation, and a portion of lost wages. Many states also provide scheduled permanent disability benefits for the loss of a limb or digit — a fixed payment based on the specific body part affected. In cases where employer negligence was egregious or equipment was defective, a personal injury lawsuit against a third party (the equipment manufacturer) may be possible in addition to workers' comp. An attorney specializing in workers' compensation can advise on available options. Report the injury to OSHA at 1-800-321-OSHA within 24 hours.
After an employer reports a severe injury, OSHA decides whether to conduct an on-site inspection. Fatalities and amputations typically trigger automatic inspections. For hospitalizations and eye loss events, OSHA may conduct a phone/fax investigation or an on-site inspection based on the circumstances. During an inspection, OSHA compliance officers assess the accident scene, interview witnesses, review safety records, and identify violations. Citations and penalties may be issued. OSHA also works with the employer to abate hazardous conditions. All inspection results are published in OSHA's public inspection database at osha.gov.
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