United Launch Alliance, LLC
Struck by swinging or slipping object, other than handheld, n.e.c. - Amputations - DECATUR, Alabama
| Employer | United Launch Alliance, LLC |
| Address | 1001 Red Hat Road |
| City, State ZIP | DECATUR, Alabama 35601 |
| Report ID | 2015041851 |
| Event Date | April 9, 2015 |
| Outcome | Hospitalized, Amputation |
| Nature of Injury | Amputations |
| Body Part | Finger(s), fingernail(s), n.e.c. |
| Event Type | Struck by swinging or slipping object, other than handheld, n.e.c. |
| Source of Injury | Hooks, shackles, magnets, clamshells |
| Industry (NAICS) | 336414 |
| Inspection # | 1055712 |
| GPS Coordinates | 34.65340, -87.06986 |
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Incident Narrative
An employee was lowering a large hook onto a halo shackle used to move large manufactured parts. The employee was guiding the hook down with the left hand. As the hook reached the edge of the halo cable tray, the force of the hook landing on the cable tray caused an amputation of the left ring finger to the distal joint (below the nail bed).
Incident Summary
On April 9, 2015, a worker at United Launch Alliance, LLC in DECATUR, Alabama suffered amputations to the finger(s), fingernail(s), n.e.c.. The incident was classified as struck by swinging or slipping object, other than handheld, n.e.c., with hooks, shackles, magnets, clamshells identified as the source of injury. The worker was hospitalized, 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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