Michael chuoke plumbing
Struck by falling object or equipment, n.e.c. - Amputations - HOUSTON, Texas
| Employer | Michael chuoke plumbing |
| Address | 2229 San Felipe Hines River Oaks |
| City, State ZIP | HOUSTON, Texas 77019 |
| Report ID | 2015031304 |
| Event Date | March 19, 2015 |
| Outcome | Amputation |
| Nature of Injury | Amputations |
| Body Part | Fingertip(s) |
| Event Type | Struck by falling object or equipment, n.e.c. |
| Source of Injury | Metal pipes, tubing |
| Industry (NAICS) | 238220 |
| GPS Coordinates | 29.75000, -95.39000 |
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Incident Narrative
An employee was installing two cast iron pipes when the pipes slipped through the bracing and fell onto his right hand, cutting the pinky fingertip.
Incident Summary
On March 19, 2015, a worker at Michael chuoke plumbing in HOUSTON, Texas suffered amputations to the fingertip(s). The incident was classified as struck by falling object or equipment, n.e.c., with metal pipes, tubing identified as the source of injury. The worker was amputation.
Context
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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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