HEATING AND COOLING PRODUCTS

Struck against moving part of machinery or equipment — Amputations — BYESVILLE, Ohio

AMPUTATION — Worker suffered amputation at HEATING AND COOLING PRODUCTS in BYESVILLE, Ohio
Employer HEATING AND COOLING PRODUCTS
Address 356 W. MAIN ST.
City, State ZIP BYESVILLE, Ohio 43723
Report ID 2015063604
Event Date June 11, 2015
Outcome Amputation
Nature of Injury Amputations
Body Part Finger(s), fingernail(s), n.e.c.
Event Type Struck against moving part of machinery or equipment
Source of Injury Band saws
Industry (NAICS) 332116
GPS Coordinates 39.97029, -81.54233

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Incident Narrative

On or about June 11, 2015, an employee sustained an amputation to the first joint of the left middle finger when cutting parts on a bandsaw.

Incident Summary

On June 11, 2015, a worker at HEATING AND COOLING PRODUCTS in BYESVILLE, Ohio suffered amputations to the finger(s), fingernail(s), n.e.c.. The incident was classified as struck against moving part of machinery or equipment, with band saws identified as the source of injury. The worker was 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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