Chadwick Timber Co., Inc., a close corporati
Struck by swinging or slipping object, other than handheld, n.e.c. - Amputations - SILAS, Alabama
| Employer | Chadwick Timber Co., Inc., a close corporati |
| Address | 6753 HWY 17 |
| City, State ZIP | SILAS, Alabama 36919 |
| Report ID | 2015042366 |
| Event Date | April 27, 2015 |
| Outcome | Hospitalized, Amputation |
| Nature of Injury | Amputations |
| Body Part | Toes(s), toenail(s) |
| Event Type | Struck by swinging or slipping object, other than handheld, n.e.c. |
| Source of Injury | Logging and wood processing machinery-specialized, unspecified |
| Industry (NAICS) | 321113 |
| Inspection # | 1060758 |
| GPS Coordinates | 31.80000, -88.32000 |
Location Map
Incident Narrative
An employee was oiling the conveyor chains at the end of the main saw roll-case (conveyor) near the lumber backstop. When lumber from the main saw reaches the end of the roll-case conveyor near the backstop, the lumber trips a lever arm limit switch, activating a lumber sweep that pushes the lumber onto a perpendicular conveyor. The employee was standing near the sweep when he tripped the limit switch causing the sweep to activate. The employee was standing in the path of the sweep. When the sweep activated, it struck his left foot, crushing the 1st joint of his big toe. The joint was later amputated by a physician.
Incident Summary
On April 27, 2015, a worker at Chadwick Timber Co., Inc., a close corporati in SILAS, Alabama suffered amputations to the toes(s), toenail(s). The incident was classified as struck by swinging or slipping object, other than handheld, n.e.c., with logging and wood processing machinery-specialized, unspecified identified as the source of injury. The worker was hospitalized, amputation.
Context
OSHA has recorded 581 severe injury reports involving "Struck by swinging or slipping object, other than handheld, n.e.c." incidents in our database. Browse all Struck by swinging or slipping object, other than handheld, n.e.c. injuries.
See all reports for Chadwick Timber Co., Inc., a close corporati.
Similar Incidents
Other severe injury reports involving Struck by swinging or slipping object, other than handheld, n.e.c. events:
| Date | Employer | Location | Nature | Outcome |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 8, 2021 | Van Pelt Corp. | FARMINGTON, New York | Fractures | Hosp. |
| Jul 8, 2021 | Metro Horizontal Boring Inc. | KENNESAW, Georgia | Fractures | Hosp. |
| Jul 24, 2023 | Iris USA Inc. | HAZLETON, Pennsylvania | Amputations | Amp. |
| Jul 27, 2022 | Tecta America South Florida, Inc. | MIAMI, Florida | Fractures | Hosp. |
| Jul 20, 2020 | Allegheny Wood Products, Inc. | SMOOT, West Virginia | Amputations | Hosp., Amp. |
| Oct 20, 2016 | Amec Foster Wheeler Constructors, Inc. | RINCON, Georgia | Fractures | Hosp. |
| Jul 21, 2017 | John Deere Commercial Products | GROVETOWN, Georgia | Fractures | Hosp. |
| Mar 21, 2018 | GST Mfg. Ltd | HALTOM CITY, 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.
You can file an OSHA complaint online at osha.gov/workers/file-complaint, by calling 1-800-321-OSHA (1-800-321-6742), or by visiting your local OSHA area office. Complaints can be filed anonymously. OSHA prioritizes formal written complaints from workers. If you believe an imminent danger exists, call OSHA immediately, they are required to investigate immediately when there is reasonable grounds to believe imminent danger exists. Workers are protected from retaliation for filing complaints under Section 11(c) of the OSH Act; if you experience retaliation, file a separate complaint within 30 days of the adverse action.
About This OSHA Report
This is a severe injury report filed with OSHA. Employers are required to report all work-related fatalities and severe injuries within 8 to 24 hours. Browse more reports by employer, state, or industry below.