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Bimbo Bakeries USA, Inc.

Caught in running equipment or machinery, n.e.c. — Amputations — MERIDIAN, Mississippi

AMPUTATION — Worker suffered amputation at Bimbo Bakeries USA, Inc. in MERIDIAN, Mississippi
Employer Bimbo Bakeries USA, Inc.
Address 3400 St. Paul St.
City, State ZIP MERIDIAN, Mississippi 39301
Report ID 20171010277
Event Date October 26, 2017
Outcome Amputation
Nature of Injury Amputations
Body Part Fingertip(s)
Event Type Caught in running equipment or machinery, n.e.c.
Source of Injury Conveyors-powered, unspecified
Secondary Source Belts, gloves, neckties, scarves
Industry (NAICS) 311812
Inspection # 1275028
GPS Coordinates 32.35102, -88.71269

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Incident Narrative

Two employees were viewing part of a conveyor line that had malfunctioned earlier. One employee gestured toward the conveyor system with his left hand. While stepping toward the system, he lost his balance. He attempted to steady himself on the conveyor frame, but his left hand slipped too far into the conveyor. The tabletop caught his gloved hand and pulled it into the transfer conveyor, partially amputating his left middle and ring fingertips.

Incident Summary

On October 26, 2017, a worker at Bimbo Bakeries USA, Inc. in MERIDIAN, Mississippi suffered amputations to the fingertip(s). The incident was classified as caught in running equipment or machinery, n.e.c., with conveyors-powered, unspecified 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.

You can file an OSHA complaint online at osha.gov/workers/file-complaint, by calling 1-800-321-OSHA (1-800-321-6742), or by visiting your local OSHA area office. Complaints can be filed anonymously. OSHA prioritizes formal written complaints from workers. If you believe an imminent danger exists, call OSHA immediately — they are required to investigate immediately when there is reasonable grounds to believe imminent danger exists. Workers are protected from retaliation for filing complaints under Section 11(c) of the OSH Act; if you experience retaliation, file a separate complaint within 30 days of the adverse action.

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