AJM PACKAGING CORPORATION
Struck by falling object or equipment, n.e.c. - Amputations - VINELAND, New Jersey
| Employer | AJM PACKAGING CORPORATION |
| Address | 3401 SOUTH EAST BLVD |
| City, State ZIP | VINELAND, New Jersey 08360 |
| Report ID | 2016053968 |
| Event Date | May 9, 2016 |
| Outcome | Amputation |
| Nature of Injury | Amputations |
| Body Part | Fingertip(s) |
| Event Type | Struck by falling object or equipment, n.e.c. |
| Source of Injury | Formers-paper production |
| Industry (NAICS) | 322291 |
| Inspection # | 1156300 |
| GPS Coordinates | 39.43762, -75.02968 |
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Incident Narrative
On 5/9/16, an employee was clearing a paper jam from the feed wheel of a Peerless paper machine. When he raised the scrap shoot/shear, it fell down and amputated his right middle fingertip.
Incident Summary
On May 9, 2016, a worker at AJM PACKAGING CORPORATION in VINELAND, New Jersey suffered amputations to the fingertip(s). The incident was classified as struck by falling object or equipment, n.e.c., with formers-paper production 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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