Avanzar Interior Technologies, Inc.
Struck by falling object or equipment, n.e.c. - Amputations - SAN ANTONIO, Texas
| Employer | Avanzar Interior Technologies, Inc. |
| Address | 1 Lone Star Pass, Building 41 |
| City, State ZIP | SAN ANTONIO, Texas 78264 |
| Report ID | 20161211305 |
| Event Date | December 3, 2016 |
| Outcome | Hospitalized, Amputation |
| Nature of Injury | Amputations |
| Body Part | Finger(s), fingernail(s), unspecified |
| Event Type | Struck by falling object or equipment, n.e.c. |
| Source of Injury | Parts and materials, unspecified |
| Industry (NAICS) | 336360 |
| Inspection # | 1195898 |
| GPS Coordinates | 29.26845, -98.56213 |
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Incident Narrative
A team of four employees were replacing a chemical pump. When the pump was replaced, the team began to dismantle the setup. Team member 1 was taking down a come-along when he slipped and grabbed onto a nearby strap to regain his balance. This caused a bar to fall directly onto the hand of the injured employee who was replacing a pump eyelet below the bar and come-along assembly. The injured employee received a right thumb laceration, fracture and tendon separation. As a result, the right thumb was partially amputated.
Incident Summary
On December 3, 2016, a worker at Avanzar Interior Technologies, Inc. in SAN ANTONIO, Texas suffered amputations to the finger(s), fingernail(s), unspecified. The incident was classified as struck by falling object or equipment, n.e.c., with parts and materials, 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.
You can file an OSHA complaint online at osha.gov/workers/file-complaint, by calling 1-800-321-OSHA (1-800-321-6742), or by visiting your local OSHA area office. Complaints can be filed anonymously. OSHA prioritizes formal written complaints from workers. If you believe an imminent danger exists, call OSHA immediately, they are required to investigate immediately when there is reasonable grounds to believe imminent danger exists. Workers are protected from retaliation for filing complaints under Section 11(c) of the OSH Act; if you experience retaliation, file a separate complaint within 30 days of the adverse action.
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