Machicek Services, LLC

Nonroadway collision with object other than vehicle, unspecified — Amputations — HALLETTSVILLE, Texas

AMPUTATION — Worker suffered amputation at Machicek Services, LLC in HALLETTSVILLE, Texas
Employer Machicek Services, LLC
Address 601 CR 198
City, State ZIP HALLETTSVILLE, Texas 77964
Report ID 20161211830
Event Date December 21, 2016
Outcome Amputation
Nature of Injury Amputations
Body Part Finger(s), fingernail(s), n.e.c.
Event Type Nonroadway collision with object other than vehicle, unspecified
Source of Injury Rollers, compactors-construction
Secondary Source Trees
Industry (NAICS) 237310
GPS Coordinates 29.45000, -96.96000

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Incident Narrative

An employee was rolling a driveway using a compact roller (equipped with a rollover protective system and canopy) when he drove into a tree limb. His right pinky finger was caught and amputated on the tree limb.

Incident Summary

On December 21, 2016, a worker at Machicek Services, LLC in HALLETTSVILLE, Texas suffered amputations to the finger(s), fingernail(s), n.e.c.. The incident was classified as nonroadway collision with object other than vehicle, unspecified, with rollers, compactors-construction identified as the source of injury. The worker was amputation.

Context

OSHA has recorded 138 severe injury reports involving "Nonroadway collision with object other than vehicle, unspecified" incidents in our database. Browse all Nonroadway collision with object other than vehicle, unspecified 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.

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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