Hamilton Growers, Inc.
Caught in running equipment or machinery during regular operation - Amputations - NORMAN PARK, Georgia
| Employer | Hamilton Growers, Inc. |
| Address | 2775 Ellenton Norman Park Road |
| City, State ZIP | NORMAN PARK, Georgia 31771 |
| Report ID | 2017010119 |
| Event Date | January 5, 2017 |
| Outcome | Amputation |
| Nature of Injury | Amputations |
| Body Part | Fingertip(s) |
| Event Type | Caught in running equipment or machinery during regular operation |
| Source of Injury | Bending, rolling, shaping machinery, n.e.c. |
| Industry (NAICS) | 111219 |
| Inspection # | 1202339 |
| GPS Coordinates | 31.22000, -83.59000 |
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Incident Narrative
An employee was working at the shop running a 10-inch-long, 3-inch-wide piece of metal through a homemade roller machine. The employee was attempting to curve the piece of metal so that it would go on a wheel. While running the piece of metal through the roller, the employee's index finger was caught between the metal and the roller. The employee's right index fingertip was smashed and cut, resulting in a soft tissue amputation.
Incident Summary
On January 5, 2017, a worker at Hamilton Growers, Inc. in NORMAN PARK, Georgia suffered amputations to the fingertip(s). The incident was classified as caught in running equipment or machinery during regular operation, with bending, rolling, shaping machinery, n.e.c. 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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