RIVER BIRCH HOMES INC.
Struck by object or equipment dropped by injured worker — Amputations — HACKLEBURG, Alabama
| Employer | RIVER BIRCH HOMES INC. |
| Address | 400 RIVER BIRCH DRIVE |
| City, State ZIP | HACKLEBURG, Alabama 35564 |
| Report ID | 2017099109 |
| Event Date | September 22, 2017 |
| Outcome | Amputation |
| Nature of Injury | Amputations |
| Body Part | Fingertip(s) |
| Event Type | Struck by object or equipment dropped by injured worker |
| Source of Injury | Wooden beams |
| Industry (NAICS) | 321991 |
| GPS Coordinates | 34.26000, -87.83000 |
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Incident Narrative
When assisting co-workers to move a wooden L-beam weighing 277 lbs. to the metal build table, the beam slipped and the employee tried to catch it. The employee suffered a partial amputation of the right ring fingertip.
Incident Summary
On September 22, 2017, a worker at RIVER BIRCH HOMES INC. in HACKLEBURG, Alabama suffered amputations to the fingertip(s). The incident was classified as struck by object or equipment dropped by injured worker, with wooden beams 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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