Next Era Energy Resources, LLC
Struck by falling object or equipment, n.e.c. - Amputations - MONTEZUMA, Kansas
| Employer | Next Era Energy Resources, LLC |
| Address | 100 W Mexitli Street |
| City, State ZIP | MONTEZUMA, Kansas 67867 |
| Report ID | 2016043522 |
| Event Date | April 28, 2016 |
| Outcome | Amputation |
| Nature of Injury | Amputations |
| Body Part | Finger(s), fingernail(s), n.e.c. |
| Event Type | Struck by falling object or equipment, n.e.c. |
| Source of Injury | Machine and appliance parts, n.e.c. |
| Secondary Source | Gears |
| Industry (NAICS) | 221115 |
| GPS Coordinates | 37.59797, -100.44296 |
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Incident Narrative
An employee was installing a torque arm onto a wind turbine gearbox on the ground. While he was attempting to insert the pin into the bushing, the pin dislodged and allowed the 50-pound torque arm to drop. The employee attempted to catch the torque arm, and his right thumb tip was caught in the pinhole as the arm fell to the ground, amputating thumb flesh (no bone).
Incident Summary
On April 28, 2016, a worker at Next Era Energy Resources, LLC in MONTEZUMA, Kansas suffered amputations to the finger(s), fingernail(s), n.e.c.. The incident was classified as struck by falling object or equipment, n.e.c., with machine and appliance parts, n.e.c. 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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