TEMPS PLUS STAFFING INC
Struck by powered vehicle-nontransport, n.e.c. — Amputations — BLYTHEVILLE, Arkansas
| Employer | TEMPS PLUS STAFFING INC |
| Address | 4949 North County Road 967 |
| City, State ZIP | BLYTHEVILLE, Arkansas 72315 |
| Report ID | 2015052775 |
| Event Date | May 12, 2015 |
| Outcome | Amputation |
| Nature of Injury | Amputations |
| Body Part | Toes(s), toenail(s) |
| Event Type | Struck by powered vehicle-nontransport, n.e.c. |
| Source of Injury | Vehicle, n.e.c |
| Industry (NAICS) | 561311 |
| Inspection # | 1068511 |
| GPS Coordinates | 35.92000, -89.75000 |
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Incident Narrative
An employee was taking flange coil to the beam line on a coil car. When he stepped off the coil car, he did not remove his hand from the control button. The coil car kept moving, ran over his right foot, and severed all five of his appendages.
Incident Summary
On May 12, 2015, a worker at TEMPS PLUS STAFFING INC in BLYTHEVILLE, Arkansas suffered amputations to the toes(s), toenail(s). The incident was classified as struck by powered vehicle-nontransport, n.e.c., with vehicle, n.e.c identified as the source of injury. The worker was amputation.
Context
OSHA has recorded 63 severe injury reports involving "Struck by powered vehicle-nontransport, n.e.c." incidents in our database. Browse all Struck by powered vehicle-nontransport, n.e.c. 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.
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.
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