Rolison Timber Company, Inc.
Struck by object or equipment, n.e.c. - Amputations - WALNUT, Mississippi
| Employer | Rolison Timber Company, Inc. |
| Address | Hwy 72 West, Three Forks Community |
| City, State ZIP | WALNUT, Mississippi 38683 |
| Report ID | 2016054185 |
| Event Date | May 13, 2016 |
| Outcome | Hospitalized, Amputation |
| Nature of Injury | Amputations |
| Body Part | Arm(s), n.e.c. |
| Event Type | Struck by object or equipment, n.e.c. |
| Source of Injury | Trees |
| Industry (NAICS) | 113310 |
| GPS Coordinates | 34.94000, -88.89000 |
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Incident Narrative
An employee was cutting a tree with a chainsaw when the tree split and struck his left arm. The impact severely lacerated his left arm, which had to be amputated above the elbow. The employee was wearing required PPE at the time of the incident.
Incident Summary
On May 13, 2016, a worker at Rolison Timber Company, Inc. in WALNUT, Mississippi suffered amputations to the arm(s), n.e.c.. The incident was classified as struck by object or equipment, n.e.c., with trees 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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