MERVIS INDUSTRIES, INC.
Struck by dislodged flying object, particle - Amputations - MATTOON, Illinois
| Employer | MERVIS INDUSTRIES, INC. |
| Address | 612 LOGAN ST. |
| City, State ZIP | MATTOON, Illinois 61938 |
| Report ID | 2017054183 |
| Event Date | May 8, 2017 |
| Outcome | Amputation |
| Nature of Injury | Amputations |
| Body Part | Finger(s), fingernail(s), n.e.c. |
| Event Type | Struck by dislodged flying object, particle |
| Source of Injury | Scrap metal |
| Secondary Source | Shearing machines |
| Industry (NAICS) | 423930 |
| Inspection # | 1231482 |
| GPS Coordinates | 39.48818, -88.35041 |
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Incident Narrative
On May 8, 2017, around 11:15 a.m., an employee had just finished cutting a 6-foot piece of aluminum with an alligator shear when a piece of the metal spun into the air and amputated the first knuckle of his left ring finger.
Incident Summary
On May 8, 2017, a worker at MERVIS INDUSTRIES, INC. in MATTOON, Illinois suffered amputations to the finger(s), fingernail(s), n.e.c.. The incident was classified as struck by dislodged flying object, particle, with scrap metal 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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