Pioneer Wireline, LLC
Struck by object or equipment dropped by injured worker — Amputations — WILLISTON, North Dakota
| Employer | Pioneer Wireline, LLC |
| Address | 8508 Derrick Avenue |
| City, State ZIP | WILLISTON, North Dakota 58801 |
| Report ID | 2016098843 |
| Event Date | September 19, 2016 |
| Outcome | Amputation |
| Nature of Injury | Amputations |
| Body Part | Finger(s), fingernail(s), n.e.c. |
| Event Type | Struck by object or equipment dropped by injured worker |
| Source of Injury | Valves, nozzles |
| Industry (NAICS) | 213112 |
| Inspection # | 1182051 |
| GPS Coordinates | 48.21000, -103.62000 |
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Incident Narrative
An employee was removing clevises from under a blowout preventer (BOP). The employee retrieved the first clevis, but the second clevis was trapped underneath one of the BOPs. He lifted the BOP up and stuck the first clevis underneath to support the BOP's weight (this allowed him to retrieve the second clevis). When he attempted to lift the BOP back up to remove the first clevis, the BOP slipped and fell. His right index fingertip was caught/pinched between the two BOPs, resulting in a finger amputation.
Incident Summary
On September 19, 2016, a worker at Pioneer Wireline, LLC in WILLISTON, North Dakota suffered amputations to the finger(s), fingernail(s), n.e.c.. The incident was classified as struck by object or equipment dropped by injured worker, with valves, nozzles 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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