Isabella Geriatric Center
Struck by object falling from vehicle or machinery-other than vehicle part - Amputations - NEW YORK, New York
| Employer | Isabella Geriatric Center |
| Address | 515 Audubon Ave |
| City, State ZIP | NEW YORK, New York 10040 |
| Report ID | 2017087703 |
| Event Date | August 11, 2017 |
| Outcome | Hospitalized, Amputation |
| Nature of Injury | Amputations |
| Body Part | Fingertip(s) |
| Event Type | Struck by object falling from vehicle or machinery-other than vehicle part |
| Source of Injury | Vending machines |
| Secondary Source | Vehicle, unspecified |
| Industry (NAICS) | 623110 |
| GPS Coordinates | 40.85461, -73.92748 |
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Incident Narrative
Employees were moving a soda vending machine with a pallet jack. The vending machine became unstable. An employee attempted to stabilize the vending machine at the bottom. The vending machine slid off the pallet jack, crushing the employee's left second digit and amputating the fingertip.
Incident Summary
On August 11, 2017, a worker at Isabella Geriatric Center in NEW YORK, New York suffered amputations to the fingertip(s). The incident was classified as struck by object falling from vehicle or machinery-other than vehicle part, with vending machines 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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