TRI-STATE GENERATION & TRANSMISSION ASSN. INC.

Struck or run over by rolling powered vehicle - Amputations - CRAIG, Colorado

AMPUTATION, Worker suffered amputation at TRI-STATE GENERATION & TRANSMISSION ASSN. INC. in CRAIG, Colorado
Employer TRI-STATE GENERATION & TRANSMISSION ASSN. INC.
Address 2101 S. RANNEY ST. (P.O. BOX 1307)
City, State ZIP CRAIG, Colorado 81625
Report ID 20171111414
Event Date November 30, 2017
Outcome Hospitalized, Amputation
Nature of Injury Amputations
Body Part Thigh(s)
Event Type Struck or run over by rolling powered vehicle
Source of Injury Rail car(s)-unattached to locomotive
Industry (NAICS) 221112
Inspection # 1282493
GPS Coordinates 40.46000, -107.59000

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Incident Narrative

An employee was helping to move a lime train in the yard when he noticed a coal car moving on its own. He was attempting to stop the car by activating the brakes when it ran over and severely injured his left leg, requiring surgical amputation above the knee.

Incident Summary

On November 30, 2017, a worker at TRI-STATE GENERATION & TRANSMISSION ASSN. INC. in CRAIG, Colorado suffered amputations to the thigh(s). The incident was classified as struck or run over by rolling powered vehicle, with rail car(s)-unattached to locomotive 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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