DUFRESNE SPENCER GROUP
Nonroadway collision with object other than vehicle, n.e.c. - Amputations - SAINT LOUIS, Missouri
| Employer | DUFRESNE SPENCER GROUP |
| Address | 9791 Green Park Industrial Drive |
| City, State ZIP | SAINT LOUIS, Missouri 63123 |
| Report ID | 2015075249 |
| Event Date | July 30, 2015 |
| Outcome | Hospitalized, Amputation |
| Nature of Injury | Amputations |
| Body Part | Toes(s), toenail(s) |
| Event Type | Nonroadway collision with object other than vehicle, n.e.c. |
| Source of Injury | Forklift, order picker, platform truck-powered |
| Secondary Source | Walls |
| Industry (NAICS) | 442110 |
| Inspection # | 1083569 |
| GPS Coordinates | 38.52616, -90.33289 |
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Incident Narrative
An employee drove a forklift (standup pick truck) to the end of an aisle way and was unable to stop before running into stopping blocks and a wall. The collision crushed his right foot between the operator platform and the cart that he was carrying, amputating three toes and partially amputating one toe.
Incident Summary
On July 30, 2015, a worker at DUFRESNE SPENCER GROUP in SAINT LOUIS, Missouri suffered amputations to the toes(s), toenail(s). The incident was classified as nonroadway collision with object other than vehicle, n.e.c., 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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