PARAMOUNT CHEMICALS & PLASTICS, INC.
Explosion, n.e.c. — Amputations — FELDA, Florida
| Employer | PARAMOUNT CHEMICALS & PLASTICS, INC. |
| Address | 14470 State Road 29 |
| City, State ZIP | FELDA, Florida 33930 |
| Report ID | 2017010236 |
| Event Date | January 9, 2017 |
| Outcome | Hospitalized, Amputation |
| Nature of Injury | Amputations |
| Body Part | Arm(s), n.e.c. |
| Event Type | Explosion, n.e.c. |
| Source of Injury | Containers-nonpressurized, n.e.c. |
| Industry (NAICS) | 424690 |
| Inspection # | 1201488 |
| GPS Coordinates | 26.55000, -81.43000 |
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Incident Narrative
An employee was checking a tote that had a mix of sulfuric acid and chlorine when it exploded. Shrapnel from the tote amputated his right arm and partially severed his leg.
Incident Summary
On January 9, 2017, a worker at PARAMOUNT CHEMICALS & PLASTICS, INC. in FELDA, Florida suffered amputations to the arm(s), n.e.c.. The incident was classified as explosion, n.e.c., with containers-nonpressurized, n.e.c. identified as the source of injury. The worker was hospitalized, amputation.
Context
OSHA has recorded 146 severe injury reports involving "Explosion, n.e.c." incidents in our database. Browse all Explosion, n.e.c. 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.
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