Ultra Energy Services, LLC
Struck by discharged object or substance - Amputations - HEREFORD, Colorado
| Employer | Ultra Energy Services, LLC |
| Address | North Wall of Fox Creek 34-1 Pad |
| City, State ZIP | HEREFORD, Colorado 80732 |
| Report ID | 2017021030 |
| Event Date | February 1, 2017 |
| Outcome | Hospitalized, Amputation |
| Nature of Injury | Amputations |
| Body Part | Toes(s), toenail(s) |
| Event Type | Struck by discharged object or substance |
| Source of Injury | Water |
| Secondary Source | Power washers |
| Industry (NAICS) | 213112 |
| Inspection # | 1208850 |
| GPS Coordinates | 54.40000, -116.80000 |
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Incident Narrative
An employee was digging a hole in the ground using a high pressure vacuum truck while standing on the edge of the hole. As he was digging, his foot slipped under the stream causing an injection wound to his left foot that resulted in the amputation of a toe on the left foot.
Incident Summary
On February 1, 2017, a worker at Ultra Energy Services, LLC in HEREFORD, Colorado suffered amputations to the toes(s), toenail(s). The incident was classified as struck by discharged object or substance, with water 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.
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