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WILJO INTERIORS INC.

Fall from collapsing structure or equipment less than 6 feet — Amputations — MOORE, Oklahoma

AMPUTATION — Worker suffered amputation at WILJO INTERIORS INC. in MOORE, Oklahoma
Employer WILJO INTERIORS INC.
Address 615 South I-35 Service Road
City, State ZIP MOORE, Oklahoma 73160
Report ID 2015052958
Event Date May 18, 2015
Outcome Amputation
Nature of Injury Amputations
Body Part Fingertip(s)
Event Type Fall from collapsing structure or equipment less than 6 feet
Source of Injury Scaffolds-staging, unspecified
Industry (NAICS) 238310
GPS Coordinates 35.31953, -97.48839

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Incident Narrative

The employee was preparing to dismantle scaffolding the employer had erected in the north stairwell of the building. The employee stepped onto a scaffold platform and the walkboard gave way. The employee fell 3-4 feet. On the way down, the index and middle fingers of the employee's right hand were injured. The tip of the middle finger was amputated and the tip of the index finger was cut such that the tip was barely attached to the finger. The flesh of the index finger could not be saved and had to be amputated (no bone involvement).

Incident Summary

On May 18, 2015, a worker at WILJO INTERIORS INC. in MOORE, Oklahoma suffered amputations to the fingertip(s). The incident was classified as fall from collapsing structure or equipment less than 6 feet, with scaffolds-staging, unspecified identified as the source of injury. The worker was amputation.

Context

OSHA has recorded 69 severe injury reports involving "Fall from collapsing structure or equipment less than 6 feet" incidents in our database. Browse all Fall from collapsing structure or equipment less than 6 feet 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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