Republic Services, Inc.
Compressed or pinched by shifting objects or equipment - Amputations - WASHINGTON, District Of Columbia
| Employer | Republic Services, Inc. |
| Address | 3310 M St., NW |
| City, State ZIP | WASHINGTON, District Of Columbia 20007 |
| Report ID | 2016021613 |
| Event Date | February 22, 2016 |
| Outcome | Amputation |
| Nature of Injury | Amputations |
| Body Part | Fingertip(s) |
| Event Type | Compressed or pinched by shifting objects or equipment |
| Source of Injury | Garbage, recycling, or refuse truck |
| Industry (NAICS) | 562111 |
| Inspection # | 1133230 |
| GPS Coordinates | 38.90000, -77.06000 |
Location Map
Incident Narrative
A two-man crew was retrieving trash/debris from a dumpster in the alley behind a bakery. The process involves a truck, which is specially outfitted with a hoisting mechanism and an automatic tipping device. The device lifts the dumpster off the ground and dumps the debris into a hopper attached to the rear of the truck. While the device was lifting the dumpster, the injured employee's left-hand fingers were caught between the lifting mechanism and the trunnion bar. His middle fingertip was amputated.
Incident Summary
On February 22, 2016, a worker at Republic Services, Inc. in WASHINGTON, District Of Columbia suffered amputations to the fingertip(s). The incident was classified as compressed or pinched by shifting objects or equipment, with garbage, recycling, or refuse truck identified as the source of injury. The worker was amputation.
Context
OSHA has recorded 4,985 severe injury reports involving "Compressed or pinched by shifting objects or equipment" incidents in our database. Browse all Compressed or pinched by shifting objects or equipment injuries.
Similar Incidents
Other severe injury reports involving Compressed or pinched by shifting objects or equipment events:
| Date | Employer | Location | Nature | Outcome |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 4, 2015 | Messer Petroleum Equipment | SOUTH PORTLAND, Maine | Amputations | Amp. |
| Nov 22, 2019 | Mustang Coating LLC | GREENWELL SPRINGS, Louisiana | Crushing injuries | Hosp. |
| Jun 28, 2017 | SOUTHWEST AIRLINES | HOUSTON, Texas | Amputations | Amp. |
| Aug 4, 2016 | Lane Construction Co., Inc. | SEGUIN, Texas | Amputations | Amp. |
| Jun 23, 2015 | Sun Mountain Logging | DEER LODGE, Montana | Soreness, pain, hurt-nonspecified injury | Hosp. |
| Mar 28, 2016 | Alsip Minimill, LLC | ALSIP, Illinois | Fractures | Hosp. |
| Oct 17, 2016 | Fluor and JGC Joint Venture | BAYTOWN, Texas | Avulsions, enucleations | Hosp. |
| May 26, 2018 | Cooperative Producers Inc. - Hastings | GLENVIL, Nebraska | Amputations | Amp. |
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.
About This OSHA Report
This is a severe injury report filed with OSHA. Employers are required to report all work-related fatalities and severe injuries within 8 to 24 hours. Browse more reports by employer, state, or industry below.