Dura-Bond Industries
Fall on same level, n.e.c. - Amputations - EXPORT, Pennsylvania
| Employer | Dura-Bond Industries |
| Address | 2658 Puckety Street |
| City, State ZIP | EXPORT, Pennsylvania 15632 |
| Report ID | 2016087795 |
| Event Date | August 19, 2016 |
| Outcome | Hospitalized, Amputation |
| Nature of Injury | Amputations |
| Body Part | Finger(s), fingernail(s), n.e.c. |
| Event Type | Fall on same level, n.e.c. |
| Source of Injury | Floors, walkways, ground surfaces, unspecified |
| Industry (NAICS) | 331110 |
| Inspection # | 1184709 |
| GPS Coordinates | 40.41000, -79.61000 |
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Incident Narrative
An employee was checking an air vent that was close to rollers to see if heat was coming out of it when he stumbled/lost his balance and fell forward. His hand went into the rollers, amputating four fingers.
Incident Summary
On August 19, 2016, a worker at Dura-Bond Industries in EXPORT, Pennsylvania suffered amputations to the finger(s), fingernail(s), n.e.c.. The incident was classified as fall on same level, n.e.c., with floors, walkways, ground surfaces, unspecified 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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