HAMPSHIRE PET PRODUCTS LLC
Pedestrian struck by forward-moving vehicle in nonroadway area - Amputations - JOPLIN, Missouri
| Employer | HAMPSHIRE PET PRODUCTS LLC |
| Address | 7502 E. 26TH STREET |
| City, State ZIP | JOPLIN, Missouri 64804 |
| Report ID | 2015064150 |
| Event Date | June 29, 2015 |
| Outcome | Hospitalized, Amputation |
| Nature of Injury | Amputations |
| Body Part | Lower leg(s) |
| Event Type | Pedestrian struck by forward-moving vehicle in nonroadway area |
| Source of Injury | Forklift, order picker, platform truck-powered |
| Industry (NAICS) | 311111 |
| Inspection # | 1079104 |
| GPS Coordinates | 37.06018, -94.48784 |
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Incident Narrative
On June 29, 2015, an employee was speaking with a supervisor in the packaging area. Following the conversation, she started to return to her work area at the ovens. She crossed through the transparent curtain adjacent to the packaging area. She crossed into the walkway where it intersects a forklift route.
A forklift driver was also approaching the intersection. He reported that he slowed and used his horn as he approached the intersection. He did not see her due to an obstructed view. T
he forklift driver continued driving through the intersection. The employee was struck by the forklift and fell to the floor. She suffered a compound fracture to her left ankle and lacerations to her forehead. Her foot/leg was amputated 5-6" below the knee.
Incident Summary
On June 29, 2015, a worker at HAMPSHIRE PET PRODUCTS LLC in JOPLIN, Missouri suffered amputations to the lower leg(s). The incident was classified as pedestrian struck by forward-moving vehicle in nonroadway area, with forklift, order picker, platform truck-powered identified as the source of injury. The worker was hospitalized, 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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