ProPetro Services, Inc.
Struck by object or equipment dropped by injured worker — Amputations — SNYDER, Texas
| Employer | ProPetro Services, Inc. |
| Address | Lease BlackBeard#1 |
| City, State ZIP | SNYDER, Texas 79550 |
| Report ID | 2015030582 |
| Event Date | March 6, 2015 |
| Outcome | Amputation |
| Nature of Injury | Amputations |
| Body Part | Finger(s), fingernail(s), n.e.c. |
| Event Type | Struck by object or equipment dropped by injured worker |
| Source of Injury | Pipes, ducts, tubing, unspecified |
| Industry (NAICS) | 213112 |
| Inspection # | 1046101 |
| GPS Coordinates | 32.71000, -100.91000 |
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Incident Narrative
Employee was lifting pipes when the pipes slipped and fell onto the employee's fingers resulting in medical amputation.
OSHA Penalties — $240 Total
OSHA issued 2 violations with penalties totaling $240 for this inspection.
| Citation | Type | Date | Penalty | Abatement Due |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01001 | Serious | Feb 21, 1985 | $120 | Mar 27, 1985 |
| 01001 | Serious | Mar 18, 1985 | $120 | May 30, 1985 |
Incident Summary
On March 6, 2015, a worker at ProPetro Services, Inc. in SNYDER, Texas suffered amputations to the finger(s), fingernail(s), n.e.c.. The incident was classified as struck by object or equipment dropped by injured worker, with pipes, ducts, tubing, unspecified identified as the source of injury. The worker was amputation.
Context
OSHA has recorded 425 severe injury reports involving "Struck by object or equipment dropped by injured worker" incidents in our database. Browse all Struck by object or equipment dropped by injured worker injuries.
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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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