ABM Industry, Inc.
Rubbed or abraded by objects being handled — Puncture wounds, except gunshot wounds — ENGLEWOOD, Colorado
| Employer | ABM Industry, Inc. |
| Address | 9800 E. Geddes Ave., Unit A-150 |
| City, State ZIP | ENGLEWOOD, Colorado 80112 |
| Report ID | 2016010901 |
| Event Date | January 27, 2016 |
| Outcome | Hospitalized, Amputation |
| Nature of Injury | Puncture wounds, except gunshot wounds |
| Body Part | Finger(s), fingernail(s), n.e.c. |
| Event Type | Rubbed or abraded by objects being handled |
| Source of Injury | Brooms, mops, and other cleaning tools |
| Industry (NAICS) | 561720 |
| GPS Coordinates | 39.58000, -104.87000 |
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Incident Narrative
An employee was mopping the floor using a wooden-handle mop when a splinter entered his left finger. He was hospitalized and the finger was amputated.
Incident Summary
On January 27, 2016, a worker at ABM Industry, Inc. in ENGLEWOOD, Colorado suffered puncture wounds, except gunshot wounds to the finger(s), fingernail(s), n.e.c.. The incident was classified as rubbed or abraded by objects being handled, with brooms, mops, and other cleaning tools identified as the source of injury. The worker was hospitalized, amputation.
Context
OSHA has recorded 3 severe injury reports involving "Rubbed or abraded by objects being handled" incidents in our database. Browse all Rubbed or abraded by objects being handled injuries.
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|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 23, 2015 | CENTRAL STEEL & WIRE COMPANY | CHICAGO, Illinois | Abrasions, scratches | Hosp. |
| Jan 19, 2015 | Hendry Corporation | TAMPA, Florida | Surface wounds and bruises, unspecified | Hosp. |
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.
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