Tyson Foods, Inc.
Struck by falling object or equipment, n.e.c. - Amputations - GREEN FOREST, Arkansas
| Employer | Tyson Foods, Inc. |
| Address | 601 Tyson Dr |
| City, State ZIP | GREEN FOREST, Arkansas 72638 |
| Report ID | 2018010676 |
| Event Date | January 21, 2018 |
| Outcome | Amputation |
| Nature of Injury | Amputations |
| Body Part | Finger(s), fingernail(s), n.e.c. |
| Event Type | Struck by falling object or equipment, n.e.c. |
| Source of Injury | Battery-vehicle |
| Secondary Source | Forklift, order picker, platform truck-powered |
| Industry (NAICS) | 311615 |
| GPS Coordinates | 36.33000, -93.42000 |
Location Map
Incident Narrative
An employee was watering a lift battery (approximately 350 lbs.). The battery did not have the retainer in place at the time. As he was pulling on the lid of the battery, it rolled out of the compartment and fell over. He tried to catch it and it fell on his right hand, smashing fingers two - five. Sulfuric acid also leaked from the battery onto his hand. His right long finger had to be amputated at the second knuckle.
Incident Summary
On January 21, 2018, a worker at Tyson Foods, Inc. in GREEN FOREST, Arkansas suffered amputations to the finger(s), fingernail(s), n.e.c.. The incident was classified as struck by falling object or equipment, n.e.c., with battery-vehicle identified as the source of injury. The worker was amputation.
Context
OSHA has recorded 1,936 severe injury reports involving "Struck by falling object or equipment, n.e.c." incidents in our database. Browse all Struck by falling object or equipment, n.e.c. injuries.
Similar Incidents
Other severe injury reports involving Struck by falling object or equipment, n.e.c. events:
| Date | Employer | Location | Nature | Outcome |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 26, 2017 | Forterra Pipe & Precast, LLC | COMO, Mississippi | Amputations | Amp. |
| Aug 3, 2015 | Superior Shot Peening | HOUSTON, Texas | Soreness, pain, hurt-nonspecified injury | Hosp. |
| Dec 16, 2021 | Andritz Separation Inc. | SCOTT DEPOT, West Virginia | Fractures | Hosp. |
| Jan 18, 2022 | M.A. Mortenson Company | GUY, Texas | Fractures | Hosp. |
| Jan 6, 2021 | Heritage Oaks Golf Country Club, Inc. | SARASOTA, Florida | Soreness, pain, hurt-nonspecified injury | Hosp. |
| Apr 3, 2016 | Club Demonstration Services, Inc. | MOUNT PROSPECT, Illinois | Soreness, pain, hurt-nonspecified injury | Hosp. |
| Mar 10, 2020 | C. Terry Hunt Industries Inc. | VALDOSTA, Georgia | Open wounds, unspecified | Hosp. |
| Oct 28, 2019 | Sam's Club | LADY LAKE, Florida | Fractures | Hosp. |
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.
About This OSHA Report
This is a severe injury report filed with OSHA. Employers are required to report all work-related fatalities and severe injuries within 8 to 24 hours. Browse more reports by employer, state, or industry below.