HAYES MANUFACTURING CO., INC.

Slip on substance without fall — Amputations — PINEVILLE, Louisiana

AMPUTATION — Worker suffered amputation at HAYES MANUFACTURING CO., INC. in PINEVILLE, Louisiana
Employer HAYES MANUFACTURING CO., INC.
Address 106 PELICAN DR.
City, State ZIP PINEVILLE, Louisiana 71360
Report ID 2015053031
Event Date May 19, 2015
Outcome Amputation
Nature of Injury Amputations
Body Part Finger(s), fingernail(s), n.e.c.
Event Type Slip on substance without fall
Source of Injury Floors, walkways, ground surfaces, unspecified
Secondary Source Mud
Industry (NAICS) 238120
GPS Coordinates 31.33355, -92.40824

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Incident Narrative

An employee was working with another crane operator to move a crane. The employee had taken in the outriggers on his side and was moving one of the pads to a designated spot on the crane. He was walking around to the other side of the crane where the other operator was still putting the outriggers up. He slipped in the muddy conditions and put his left hand out to catch himself. His hand landed on the outrigger being brought in, crushing his ring and middle finger resulting in the amputation of both fingers.

Incident Summary

On May 19, 2015, a worker at HAYES MANUFACTURING CO., INC. in PINEVILLE, Louisiana suffered amputations to the finger(s), fingernail(s), n.e.c.. The incident was classified as slip on substance without fall, with floors, walkways, ground surfaces, unspecified identified as the source of injury. The worker was amputation.

Context

OSHA has recorded 48 severe injury reports involving "Slip on substance without fall" incidents in our database. Browse all Slip on substance without fall 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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