Schench Process LLC
Fall through surface or existing opening 11 to 15 feet — Fractures — SABETHA, Kansas
| Employer | Schench Process LLC |
| Address | P.O Box 205 |
| City, State ZIP | SABETHA, Kansas 66534 |
| Report ID | 20161110407 |
| Event Date | November 4, 2016 |
| Outcome | Hospitalized, Amputation |
| Nature of Injury | Fractures |
| Body Part | Hip(s) |
| Event Type | Fall through surface or existing opening 11 to 15 feet |
| Source of Injury | Skylights |
| Industry (NAICS) | 334513 |
| Inspection # | 1198732 |
| GPS Coordinates | 39.89000, -95.80000 |
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Incident Narrative
An employee was walking on an aluminum roof to patch it when he tripped and fell 13 feet through a skylight. The area was not marked or protected by guardrail systems or covers. The employee was hospitalized with a broken hip.
Incident Summary
On November 4, 2016, a worker at Schench Process LLC in SABETHA, Kansas suffered fractures to the hip(s). The incident was classified as fall through surface or existing opening 11 to 15 feet, with skylights identified as the source of injury. The worker was hospitalized, amputation.
Context
OSHA has recorded 237 severe injury reports involving "Fall through surface or existing opening 11 to 15 feet" incidents in our database. Browse all Fall through surface or existing opening 11 to 15 feet injuries.
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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.
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